MTDS TeachNow: Alt Cert Institute SLPS | July 28, 2026 - July 30, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
This is a site-based PD for St. Louis Public Schools staff only.
MTDS TeachNow: Alt Cert Institute supports those entering the teaching profession through a non-traditional avenue. This institute will assist non-traditionally certified teachers in preparing to teach their students. This program is not a substitute for a Beginning Teacher Assistance Program (BTAP).
Covered in this institute:
- lesson planning strategies
- alignment of objectives to district curriculum and/or Missouri Learning Standards
- research-based classroom management strategies, effective classroom practices and strategies for discouraging unwanted behaviors
- vocabulary, acronyms and codes of conduct teachers are expected to know
- other topics based on the needs of the group
It is highly recommended that participants enroll in MTDS BTAP with EducationPlus, a required program for all first-year teachers to attain their next level of certification.
Attendance is required at all three sessions:
Session 1: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Session 2: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Session 3: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Diane Gillaspie serves EdPlus member districts by providing professional development to teachers in the beginning stages of their career to those who are seeking mastery. Diane has spent over 20 years in education, serving as a kindergarten and first grade teacher, instructional coach, director of curriculum and instruction and provided contracted professional development. She believes that our schools deserve teachers who have a high level of self-efficacy, love what they do and believe in their students. Students today need a culturally sound classroom that understands and respects who they are as individuals and provides an engaging environment that is conducive to their personal learning style. Teachers need continuous support to grow their pedagogy and Diane seeks to be a part of their journey. At the end of the day, every bit of work she is passionate about is for the empowerment and benefit of our students.
For additional information about this event, please contact Tiffiny Smithtsmith@edplus.org.
Cancellations made more than 10 business days before the event start date will incur a 20% cancellation fee.
Cancellations made 10 business days or less are not eligible for a refund.
If an event is cancelled due to inclement weather or low enrollment, a full refund will be issued.
No-shows will be billed in full.
The cancellation policy applies to all forms of payment including Learning Service Credits.