Salesforce Product TAs

De-Escalating Conflict

Objectives: Participants will... Understand different kinds of conflict that may arise among a group of children. Know when and how to de-escalate conflict between children in a group. Consider their own intervention style as they explore ways to respond to a conflict among children.

Communication 101

Objectives: Participants will... Understand their responsibilities and expectations as a TA. Develop hopes and goals for their work. Feel assured and prepared to serve as a TA.

Identifying Stressors

Objectives: Participants will... Understand different factors influencing their own behavior and children’s behaviors. Use strategies for managing their reactions to children’s behaviors through increased self-awareness and self-regulation. Apply a deeper sense of responsibility for children’s well-being.

Managing Responsibilities

Objectives:

Participants will . . .

Understand their responsibilities and expectations as a TA.

Recognize, as a TA, when to seek support from a teacher or the Director of Education.

Noticing Yourself and Others

Objectives: Participants will... Notice group dynamics more effectively. Implement ways to redirect group dynamics, as needed. Understand that their role as a TA is to lead a group.

Best Practices for Creating Inclusive & Embracing Space

General Tips: Think about what’s in your background. Everyone has biases and perspectives to be aware of. You don’t need to know the answer to every question. In some cases, you can throw it back to the group,or you can say “I don’t know, but I will look into it and get back to you…