560-482 Paraprofessional Summit

About: This event welcomes paraprofessionals into the world of education; Whether you’ve been in this role for two weeks or twenty years, this opportunity creates space for the conversation about the role of a paraprofessional. Participants will engage in activities to build language and understanding around educational trends, inclusive strategies and in the moment techniques to support learners’ to engage in their learning. Communication, collaboration and role specific skills will be shared with paraprofessional narratives to provide knowledge you can take back and apply in the district.

Schedule:

• October 9, 2026: 8:30 am - 2:30 pm

Price: $200, lunch included

Content Questions: Jen Townsend (jen.townsend@cesa2.org)

Registration Questions: events@cesa2.org

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Our Presenter: 

Jen Townsend joins CESA 2 as an Implementation Specialist. Jen has deep expertise in Social Emotional Learning Differences including Autism Spectrum Disorders. She works in collaboration with school districts to build capacity for educating all learners through professional development, coaching, systems change and personal reflections to support this success. Jen has a Master’s in Education from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland and received a postgraduate certification in Autism Spectrum Disorder from Johns Hopkins University. She holds a special educator license in Wisconsin and has completed coursework for her Director of Special Education and Pupil Services license and has extensive certifications in methodologies used to promote success for individuals with social learning differences.

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