563-482 Paraprofessional Network

About: This network series provides experienced Paraprofessionals/SEA/EA/IA an opportunity to build mentoring capacity in service of supporting newer colleagues entering the field. Participants will develop foundational coaching and mentoring skills grounded in relationship-building, reflective practice, and collaborative problem-solving. Influenced by mentoring frameworks from the New Teacher Center, participants will explore coaching stances, active listening techniques, paraphrasing skills, and reflective questioning strategies while building a supportive professional network with peers across systems.

Schedule:

• September 25, 2026: 8:30 am - 11:30 am
• December 18, 2026: 8:30 am - 11:30 am
• February 19, 2027: 8:30 am - 11:30 am
• April 30, 2027: 8:30 am - 11:30 am

Location:  Sun Prairie Professional Development Center

220 Kroncke Dr., Sun Prairie, WI Enter through Door 28

Price: $300

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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