kutzie56
wonders
how am I going to motivate 36 para educators (aides) who just lost their jobs? I have to do a full day training with them next week.....
acoleman
says
maybe creating a PLN and how independent learning can be put onto a resume? Something to help them document their abilities for...
acoleman
says
...future job opportunities? It sounds like a horrible situation!
CoachReece
says
chocolate 
Mr Bill
says
I'm curious why they would have training when they are losing their jobs???
kutzie56
says
since I don;t work for the district, I have little control over what happens after the training, but I do like the idea of providing
time for them to think about this.
The district set up the training before they let them know they will not be coming back, so they are obliged to attend to fulfill their
current contract.
Ugh! That's a tough one. In my experience with yucky situations is to not pussy foot... there really isn't a great thing to say. Just be
blunt and and listen to their concerns. Personaly,when I'm going through a time I hate it when people try to make me feel better with
typical lines "it will get better or "it's for the best" blah blah blah
Yeah, I have added a 'focused discussion' right off the bat to let them air their concerns. I also built in an activity for them to look
at their talents - for possible use on a resume (thanks, acoleman!)