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National Board Certification in World Languages | What it is, Where to Start, and Tips for Achieving Certification

$300.00

One-Hour Session, Three-Hour Workshop, or Book Study format for World Language Teachers

National Board Certification is the highest professional certification a US-based teacher can achieve. The process is challenging, but the rewards are many: more thoughtful professional practice; deeper confidence and professionalism; and in many states, significant financial compensation. Only 40% of candidates achieve NBCT status on their first attempt, and there has not been much in the way of support for World Language teachers - until now! Lisa Bartels and Erin Austin are both NBCT's in French and 2023 WL Teachers of the Year in their respective states (North Carolina and Colorado). They will provide thoughtful, personalized support for your teachers undertaking the NBC process.

In the one-hour session participants will:

  • Gain an understanding of the philosophy undergirding NBC and the four portfolio components

  • Understand logistics such as eligibility cost, and recommended timelines

  • Learn qualities that contribute to a successful portfolio submission and explore pitfalls to avoid.

  • Gain access to support resources for NBC Candidates

In the three-hour workshop, participants will do all of the above, and:

  • Investigate the requirements for Components 2, 3, and 4 in more depth

  • Brainstorm and collaborate on possible topics and lesson design to feature in C2, C3, and C4

  • Exchange feedback with colleagues on possible portfolio component design

  • Ask questions and receive personalized feedback from the presenters on portfolio ideas

In the Book Study Format Participants will complete the one-hour session and and a Q&A with the authors:

  • Join fellow participants in a book study on Erin & Lisa’s book, Achieving National Board Certification in World Languages: Proven Strategies and Tips for Accomplished Teaching.‍ ‍Timing of the book study is up to the workshop facilitator)

  • Join with the authors for a live (virtual) Q&A following completion of the book. (Note: participants must purchase the book to join the Q&A.)

    • For book studies with 1-8 participants, meet with the authors for a 1 hour live Q&A.

    • For book studies with more than 8 participants, meet with the authors for two live Q&A sessions at different points in the book study.

In-person or virtual formats available.

One-Hour Session, Three-Hour Workshop, or Book Study format for World Language Teachers

National Board Certification is the highest professional certification a US-based teacher can achieve. The process is challenging, but the rewards are many: more thoughtful professional practice; deeper confidence and professionalism; and in many states, significant financial compensation. Only 40% of candidates achieve NBCT status on their first attempt, and there has not been much in the way of support for World Language teachers - until now! Lisa Bartels and Erin Austin are both NBCT's in French and 2023 WL Teachers of the Year in their respective states (North Carolina and Colorado). They will provide thoughtful, personalized support for your teachers undertaking the NBC process.

In the one-hour session participants will:

  • Gain an understanding of the philosophy undergirding NBC and the four portfolio components

  • Understand logistics such as eligibility cost, and recommended timelines

  • Learn qualities that contribute to a successful portfolio submission and explore pitfalls to avoid.

  • Gain access to support resources for NBC Candidates

In the three-hour workshop, participants will do all of the above, and:

  • Investigate the requirements for Components 2, 3, and 4 in more depth

  • Brainstorm and collaborate on possible topics and lesson design to feature in C2, C3, and C4

  • Exchange feedback with colleagues on possible portfolio component design

  • Ask questions and receive personalized feedback from the presenters on portfolio ideas

In the Book Study Format Participants will complete the one-hour session and and a Q&A with the authors:

  • Join fellow participants in a book study on Erin & Lisa’s book, Achieving National Board Certification in World Languages: Proven Strategies and Tips for Accomplished Teaching.‍ ‍Timing of the book study is up to the workshop facilitator)

  • Join with the authors for a live (virtual) Q&A following completion of the book. (Note: participants must purchase the book to join the Q&A.)

    • For book studies with 1-8 participants, meet with the authors for a 1 hour live Q&A.

    • For book studies with more than 8 participants, meet with the authors for two live Q&A sessions at different points in the book study.

In-person or virtual formats available.

“Just wanted to say thanks for coming to our fall kick-off. I had TONS of teachers tell me not only how much they enjoyed your opening and break out sessions, but also how much they learned from them! It is by far the most positive feedback I’ve gotten, so thank you”
— Kim P., 2024 workshop organizer
“The opportunity to work with Lisa has impacted my teaching career. She constantly questions her curriculum, researches new ideas, and tests out activities with her students in a constant path towards an effective learning experience.”
— Wake County NC Public Schools colleague, August 2021
“ I am planning to add more of the activities shared by Lisa for next school year. I find them not only original and highly motivating, but also rich in content and strategies for our students.”
— 2024 workshop participant

Lisa Bartels coaches a colleague, August 2021

Upcoming Painless Proficiency Workshops:

VISTA Education / FLANC webinar | November 4 2024

Nash County Public Schools World Language in person PD | October 25, 2024

Guiliford County NC World Language kickoff - keynote | August 22, 2024