Learn to put your oxygen mask on first

ELT NEWSLETTER January 2024

Learn to put your oxygen mask on first  

And earn CTLE hours

As natural nurturers, educators spend a great deal of their energy caring for others but may not spend enough time taking care of themselves. And yet, self-care strategies are vital for educators and could determine whether they succeed in their goals or burn out early. In these two seminars, educators learn how prioritizing themselves is actually critical to caring for others. Each seminar is worth 5 CTLE hours, and members receive a huge discount.  

Want to obtain your certification in Career and Technical Education?  

NYSUT can help

CTE educators can begin teaching in their area of expertise with a Transitional Certificate. In order to earn your Initial Certificate, CTE educators must complete 9 credits of undergraduate coursework. 

Now, through a new partnership, NYSUT members can complete the required 9 credits at Russell Sage College, at a reduced cost. They can even earn the 9 additional credits they need for their Professional Certification through the same program. 

One course required for the Initial Certificate, “Human Development”, introduces individuals to the theories, research and controversial issues in human development from birth to adolescence. Educators will learn about the physical, cognitive, social, emotional and moral development of learners. The other two courses are “Intro to Exceptionalities” and “Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment.”  

Local learning opportunities

Right in your own community

Educators can earn CTLE hours at six regional learning centers. These seminars are provided to members by NYSUT regional offices and are offered free of charge to NYSUT members. Find virtual and online seminars at your regional learning center. Local leaders can also request specific seminars from our ELT catalogue to be presented to their units by contacting elt@nysut.org. All seminars, except for the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) and Autism Spectrum Disorder, are CTLE approved and are requested by local presidents, assistant superintendents, professional development directors, NYSUT regional offices, BOCES and/or teacher centers.