Kagan Part-Time Trainer Certification
Are you interested in training Kagan Cooperative Learning for Kagan Professional Development? Kagan is looking for energetic and experienced teachers and trainers to present Kagan workshops for schools and districts across the United States.
Eligibility
• You must have attended a Kagan Cooperative Learning Trainer week-long institute within the past 3 years
• You must be able to attend Kagan's Trainer Boot Camp on June 8-10, 2010 (June 11-13, 2010 is full)
• You must be available to train for Kagan the first two weeks of August
• You must be able to train for Kagan at least 10 days this summer between June 15–August 30
Application Steps
1) Fill out an online application. Click Here for the online application.
2) Submit a DVD of you teaching Kagan to teachers and of you teaching a structure to students. Click Here for DVD Requirements.
3) Submit two letters of recommendation. Submit two letters of recommendation. One letter must be from a supervisor/administrator.
Where to Submit
Mail your DVD and letters of recommendation to Kagan at:
Kagan Professional Development
Trainer Application
C/O Laurie Kagan
981 Calle Amanecer
San Clemente, CA 92673-6238
Application Deadline & Fees
• There is no fee ($0) to apply
• Applications and DVDs are due to Kagan May 15, 2010.
If You Are Selected
Kagan will invite you to attend Kagan's Trainer Boot Camp, June 8-10, 2010 (June 11-13, 2010 is full) at Kagan's Headquarters and Training Facility in San Clemente, CA. The Boot Camp will be conducted by Laurie Kagan. You will receive the training and tools you need to successfully train for Kagan. Kagan will pay for your travel and accomodations. You will be responsible for purchasing your own tablet computer for Kagan to load secured presentations onto.
Benefits
• Become a summer Trainer for Kagan Professional Development
• Train for Kagan for years to come
• Increase your chances of becoming a Full-Time Kagan Trainer
• Bring your new skills back to impact your own school
• Receive free training to improve your training skills
• Get paid for every day Kagan sends you out to train
• Visit Kagan's Corporate Headquarters
• Meet and mingle with like-minded educators
DVD Requirements
1) All demonstrations must be in DVD format. If your demonstrations are in VHS (video tape) format, please burn onto a DVD. If equipment is not readily available to do this, here are some options:
     • Visit this website www.digitechmedia.com. They advertise conversion service for $24.95.*
     • Visit this website www.shoeboxmemories.net. They advertise conversion for $29.95.*
     • Visit a local Kodak photo shop.*
* Kagan does not endorse any of these companies or services and cannot be held responsible for their actions. The above options are for informational purposes only.
2) Camera angle should allow view of applicant, overhead screen, and some participants.
3) Volume should be loud enough for viewer to easily hear applicant. Please check the volume quality before submitting DVD.Kagan looks forward to previewing your applications, DVDs, and working with you soon!
