CalSAC Trainer Network

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 afterschool and school-age care 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:

 - Participate in a 3-day intensive training institute near your community

 - Complete a 1-year certification process with support from CalSAC mentors

 - Learn to provide high-quality trainings on a variety of topics

 - Have access to more than 60 different training modules to advance the field

 - Earn up to $600 training once you become a certified CalSAC Trainer

 - Have 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!

Getting Started

To become a CalSAC Trainer you must complete the online application form and be accepted to attend a ToT (Training of Trainers) Institute. ToT Institutes focus 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, techniques, assessment and evaluation.

Each year, CalSAC welcomes 120 new professionals throughout California into the Trainer Network. The Fall 2010 ToT Institutes are held in three locations across the state. Below are the upcoming ToT Institute dates and locations. Applications are due by Friday, August 6, 2010. Late applications will not be accepted.

Applicants MUST be able to attend all three days of the training. The tentative schedule for all ToT Institutes is Thursday 10am to 8pm, Friday 8am to 10pm, and Saturday 8am to 4pm. Please note: applicants will be considered for participation in the ToT nearest to the work location provided on the application.

Fall 2010 ToT Institute Dates & Locations

September 23 - 25, 2010, Bay Area

Serving professionals in Northern California

September 30 - October 2, 2010, Los Angeles Area

Serving professionals in Southern California

October 28 - 30, 2010, Central Valley

Serving professionals in Central California

Commitment

To join the CalSAC Trainer Network and become a CalSAC Trainer, applicants must commit to participate in the project through June 30, 2010. This includes the following: 

1. Participate in a 3-day ToT Institute from start to finish.

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 4-hour regional cohort training

 - Conduct 15 hours of "unendorsed" CalSAC Training to agencies in your local area

 - Undergo a 2-hour training observation from a CalSAC Mentor

3. Utilize the CalSAC Trainer Network Online Training Request System to manage training events and maintain a trainer profile.

4. Follow all policies and procedures of the CalSAC Trainer Network related to delivering high quality training events.

5. Commit to continuous professional development by participating in optional Graduate Training Sessions offered specifically for CalSAC Trainers.

After completion of the endorsement process, CalSAC Trainers are allocated training stipends in the amount of $50 per hour for up to $600. 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 special training opportunities in content areas such as science, fitness or workforce, 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 or afterschool field. This includes staff at all levels, from direct service to administrative staff, representing any of the following types of programs:

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:

Cost

The fee for participation is $150.  This price includes three days of training, meals, materials and two nights' stay.  Travel is not provided. This fee will be collected upon notification of acceptance and must be paid to confirm attendance. Do not send payment prior to acceptance.      

To Apply 

Applications are ONLY accepted online.  The deadline to submit an application is Friday, August 6, 2010. This is a competitive application process. Late applications will not be accepted. Scroll down to apply today.

Questions? Please contact the CalSAC Office at 415-957-9775 or email glima@calsac.org.

2010 Trainer Network Application

Please note: once you begin the application you cannot save and return to complete at a later date. We highly encourage you to save your text in a Word document. You will receive an immediate pop-up notification confirming the submission of your application. To ensure you receive this notification, please temporarily disable the pop-up blocker on your computer.

First Name:
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Alternate Phone Number:
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Primary Email Address:
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AGENCY INFORMATION

Agency/Program Name:
Agency Program Type (Check all that apply):
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Your Job Title/Position:
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APPLICANT DEMOGRAPHICS
(The following three questions are optional)

Languages spoken other than English (check all that apply):
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PLEASE COMPLETE ALL QUESTIONS BELOW

Why are you interested in becoming a CalSAC Trainer and joining the Trainer Network? (max 200 words)
Please provide a brief overview of your work experience (max 200 words)
Please describe the education, training and/or professional development you have received. Include dates, content/topic areas, degrees/certificates, etc.
Please share specific topics and content of the trainings you have conducted within the past 5 years. Include at least dates, training audience, and the conferences associated with (if applicable).
How does your experience as an afterschool/school-age care provider prepare you for this opportunity? (max 200 words)
What training qualities would you bring to the Trainer Network and the afterschool/school-age care field? (max 200 words)
What areas of professional development do you seek to gain through the Trainer Network? (max 200 words)
Please share one challenge currently facing afterschool/school-age care professionals. (max 100 words)
REFERENCES

Please provide the name, organization, title/position, phone number and email for 2 professional references that can attest to your experience in the afterschool/school-age care field.
Were you encouraged to apply by a CalSAC Trainer, Board Member, Chapter Member or Staff?
If you answered yes to the question above, please provide the name of the individual(s).
How did you learn about this opportunity? (check all that apply):
Other (please specify):
Have you ever applied to become a CalSAC Trainer?
Comments:

Thank you for submitting an application to become a CalSAC Trainer. Upon completion of the review process, applicants will receive notification of acceptance. The anticipated notification date is Friday, August 27, 2010. 

Best,

The CalSAC Trainer Network Team

The CalSAC Trainer Network is made possible through generous support from our partners with funding from the California Department of Education Child Development Division.