1. Project Overview

 
The CalSAC Trainer Network is a professional development and training project serving out-of-school time professionals across California. The goal of the Trainer Network is to build the training and facilitation skills of professionals in the field who, in turn, provide training to out-of-school time program staff, volunteers and administrators. CalSAC Trainers work in a variety of programs across the state, from rural to urban communities, school and community based programs, and serve the broad range of the child care and school-age field.

There are many benefits to becoming a CalSAC Trainer. As a trainer you will:
• Receive a 3-day intensive training institute
• Complete an endorsement process with support from a CalSAC Mentor by December 2015
• Gain access to more than 60 different training modules (https://calsac.org/training/browse_modules)
• Gain access to exclusive leadership and professional development opportunities
• Join a unique statewide community of professionals

There is no better time to join the CalSAC Trainer Network!

This year we're partnering with PG&E to bring Environmental Stewardship curricula and training alongside our existing CalSAC curricula.
OVERVIEW:
To become a CalSAC Trainer you must complete the online application form and be accepted to attend the ToT (Training of Trainers) Institute. The ToT Institute focuses on the skills required to be an excellent trainer and the content of the CalSAC Trainer Manual and Training Curriculum. Participants will learn CalSAC Trainer Competencies, tools and techniques.

This year, CalSAC will accept 60 new professionals throughout California to join the Trainer Network. Applicants MUST be able to attend all three days of the training. This year's Trainer Institute will take place in on March 19 - 21, 2015 in the Bay Area.

The tentative schedule for the ToT Institute is:
- Thursday 10am to 8pm
- Friday 8am to 10pm
- Saturday 8am to 5pm

COMMITMENT:
To join the CalSAC Trainer Network and become a CalSAC Trainer, applicants must commit to:
1. Participate in a 3-day ToT Institute from start to finish (March 19-21, 2015).
2. Complete an intensive endorsement process that includes the following:
• Submit a CalSAC Trainer Self-Assessment
• Submit a CalSAC Trainer Action Plan
• Participate in at least one 2-hour regional cohort training
• Conduct 14 hours of "unendorsed" CalSAC Training in your local area
• Complete a 2-hour training observation from a CalSAC Mentor
3. Utilize the CalSAC Trainer Network Online Training Request System to manage training event, maintain a trainer profile and follow procedures.

After completion of the endorsement process, CalSAC Trainers are eligible to receive a stipend for trainings when available. Each year, CalSAC Trainers are invited to maintain involvement in the Trainer Network and are provided exclusive leadership and professional opportunities, many of which provide additional stipends. These include training opportunities in specific content areas such as science, coaching and consulting opportunities, becoming a mentor, developing curriculum, and much more.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must currently be working in the child care, school-age care, summer or afterschool field with a minimum of 2 years experience. This includes staff at all levels, from direct service to administrative staff, representing any of the following types of programs:
• Community Based Organizations (of all sizes)
• Licensed Family Child Care Centers
• School-based Afterschool or School-Age Care Programs
• Park and Recreation Programs
• 4-H Council
• Boys & Girls Club
• YMCA
• Girl's Inc.

HIGHLY DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
CalSAC welcomes applicants from diverse communities including LGBTQ, people of color, emerging leaders, unserved or underserved populations, and people with disabilities.

Applicants with the following experience are highly encouraged to apply:
• Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) program/training experience and/or interest
• Environmental Stewardship
• Located in Central and Northern California
• At least 2 years experience in a leadership role, either in a site coordinator, program director or equivalent position

COST:
The fee for participation is $200. This price includes three days of training, meals, facilities and materials.

SCHOLARSHIPS:
Full and partial scholarships are available and will be assessed upon acceptance. Please complete the scholarship section of the application.

TO APPLY:
Applications are ONLY accepted online. This is a competitive application process. Scroll down to complete the application. We highly recommend you save your answers in a Word or Text document to avoid losing your work or for future reference.

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* I've read the description above and I'm available for the ToT in the Bay Area on March 19-21, 2015. Take me to the application!

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