HV RBERN Update

HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

Current HV RBERN Workshops

• 4/12/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

• 4/12/23, 4/21/23, 4/28/23 WIT 101 - the Sentence - For Teachers of English Learners in Grades 3-12 - April 12 through April 28, 2023 - at SWBOCES

• 4/13/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

• 5/1/23, 5/5/23, 5/12/23 WIT 102 - the Paragraph - For Teachers of English Learners in Grades 3-12 - May 1 through May 12, 2023 - via Zoom

• 5/4/23 Formative and Summative Assessment Strategies for ELLs/MLLs - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

Self-Guided HV RBERN Workshops

Experience RBERN workshops at your own pace and earn CTLE certificates when it's convenient for you!

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Linguistically Diverse Learners and Advanced Literacy Instruction: Elevating the Instructional Core for All Students - Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 through 6/30/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Asynchronous Training Modules via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23, NYSITELL Administration Training - Asynchronous Online Course (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Using NYSESLAT Data to Plan for Instruction - Ongoing, Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

Other Professional Learning Opportunities

SupportEd + Mid-State RBERN at OCM BOCES

Culturally Responsive Teaching for Multilingual Learners: Tools for Equity On-Demand Book Study

April 3 through June 20, 2023

During this asynchronous on-demand book study, you will explore research-based and practical tools for implementing culturally relevant teaching for multilingual learners in your context. E-book is provided by the Mid-State RBERN at OCM BOCES. For more information view flyer here.

The New York State Association for Bilingual Education and Ossining Union Free School District

Let Me Translanguage! Embracing an Assets-based Approach to Learning Language

April 14, 2023, 3:45-6:00 PM
Ossining Public Library, 53 Croton Avenue, Ossining, NY 10562

Cristian Solorza from Bank Street College will present a session focused on translanguaging, and participants will have the opportunity to network and spend time with other language educators from our region. Please see invitation here.

Career Opportunities

Ossining UFSD

• Elementary Pre-K Bilingual Leave Replacement - Park School

• Spanish Teacher - Leave Replacement (High School)

Southern Westchester BOCES

Hudson Valley Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (HV RBERN)

• Technology Specialist

Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.

HV RBERN Update

HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

Current HV RBERN Workshops

• 3/30/23 Integrated ENL Co-teaching - Models, Roles and Planning Professional Learning Workshop - at Sullivan BOCES

• 4/3/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

• 4/12/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

• 4/12/23, 4/21/23, 4/28/23 WIT 101 - the Sentence - For Teachers of English Learners in Grades 3-12 - April 12 through April 28, 2023 - at SWBOCES

• 4/13/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

• 5/1/23, 5/5/23, 5/12/23 WIT 102 - the Paragraph - For Teachers of English Learners in Grades 3-12 - May 1 through May 12, 2023 - via Zoom

• 5/4/23 Formative and Summative Assessment Strategies for ELLs/MLLs - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

Self-Guided HV RBERN Workshops

Experience RBERN workshops at your own pace and earn CTLE certificates when it's convenient for you!

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Linguistically Diverse Learners and Advanced Literacy Instruction: Elevating the Instructional Core for All Students - Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 through 6/30/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Asynchronous Training Modules via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23, NYSITELL Administration Training - Asynchronous Online Course (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Using NYSESLAT Data to Plan for Instruction - Ongoing, Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

Other Professional Learning Opportunities

Putnam Northern Westchester BOCES/Clarkson University
Master of Arts in Teaching, Secondary Chinese Language

Information Session: May 1, 2023, 4:00-5:00 PM

This is a 38-credit, hybrid program leading to NYS certification in the teaching of Chinese. For more information and to register view flyer here.

Resources

New York State Education Department
Spring 2023 NYSESLAT

NYSED released a memorandum which provides essential information about the administration of the Spring 2023 New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test (NYSESLAT). If you have questions concerning the procedures for administering these tests that are not addressed by this document, please contact emscassessinfo@nysed.gov or by calling 518‑474‑5902.

New York State Office of Bilingual Education and World Languages

The March edition of the NYS OBEWL newsletter has been released. This newsletter is posted on their website along with an archive of previous issues.

Career Opportunities

Brewster Central School District

• Probationary Elementary Teacher with Bilingual Extension - CVS

Southern Westchester BOCES
Hudson Valley Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network (HV RBERN)

• Technology Specialist

Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.

HV RBERN Update

HV RBERN Professional Learning Opportunities

Current HV RBERN Workshops

• 3/21/23 ENL Leaders - Advanced Literacies - 2-Part Series - at Putnam Northern Westchester (PNW) BOCES

• 4/3/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

• 04/12/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

• 4/13/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Synchronous - via Zoom

• 5/4/23 Formative and Summative Assessment Strategies for ELLs/MLLs - at Orange-Ulster BOCES

Self-Guided HV RBERN Workshops

Experience RBERN workshops at your own pace and earn CTLE certificates when it's convenient for you!

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Linguistically Diverse Learners and Advanced Literacy Instruction: Elevating the Instructional Core for All Students - Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 through 6/30/23 NYSESLAT Administration Training - Asynchronous Training Modules via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23, NYSITELL Administration Training - Asynchronous Online Course (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

• 7/18/22 - 6/30/23 Using NYSESLAT Data to Plan for Instruction - Ongoing, Asynchronous Workshop via Choice Board (REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED)

Other Professional Learning Opportunities

Multilingual Literacy SIFE Screener (MLS)

Virtual Training Sessions
May 31, 2023, 3:00-4:30 PM

This session is meant to introduce new users to the MLS, including a description of what the MLS is and how to use the interface.  

Please fill out this google form to register. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link: https://forms.gle/1au1BeSmm77QwbHP9.

Hunter College

Collaborative Leadership Advancing School Success (CLASS)
ELL-focused School & District Leadership Certification Cohort offered in partnership with the Hudson Valley RBERN
March 23, 2023 at 5:00 PM via Zoom

RSVP to attend a virtual information session at education.hunter.cuny.edu/leadership.

For more information view program flyer here. Application deadline: April 15, 2023.

Career Opportunities

East Ramapo Central School District

Spring In-Person Job Fair
March 18, 2023, 10:00-3:00 PM
East Ramapo CSD District Offices, 105 S. Madison Avenue, Spring Valley, NY 10977

For more information view flyer here.

Reposting:

• Executive Director of Bilingual Education, English as a New Language & World Languages

Southern Westchester BOCES

Southern Westchester BOCES is seeking to attract a diverse pool of candidates for the critical classroom role of Teacher Aide in our Center for Special Services. 

Successful applicants will bring a strong cultural competence to the work of supporting the academic development of students with disabilities. In addition, a passion for working with children and the heart and enthusiasm for this rewarding career path are essential. Multi-lingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We are hiring for the summer session, as well as full-time,10-month positions.

Attend a one-day Rapid Hiring Event on Friday, April 14, 2023, at 450 Mamaroneck Avenue in Harrison, NY. You’ll complete the application process, meet with our principals, teachers and paraprofessionals, and learn about the key roles Teacher Aides play in our programs. Scan the QR code in the flyer. You could receive a job offer that day!

Please contact the HV RBERN for support or with any questions you may have.