Enhance your staff meeting, professional gathering, or university course with a focused 90-minute workshop delivered by Dr. Jeannine Carrington. These stand-alone sessions are designed to fit within existing meeting times while delivering meaningful, practical content that teams can immediately apply.
Stand-Alone Workshop Benefits:
– Fits within typical staff meeting timeframes
– Focused on one specific, actionable topic
– No extensive time commitment required
– Cost-effective professional learning
– Immediate practical application
– Engaging and interactive format
– Minimal disruption to schedules
– Perfect for introducing new concepts or strategies
What’s Included:
Each 90-minute workshop includes:
– Focused presentation on your selected topic
– Interactive discussion and engagement activities
– Practical strategies and tools
– Real-world examples and applications
– Digital handout materials
– Resource list for continued learning
– Q&A time with expert facilitator
– Certificate of attendance for participants
– Brief pre-session consultation to customize content
Popular 90-Minute Workshop Topics:
Understanding Behavior:
– “Behavior is Communication: Understanding What Students Are Telling Us”
– “From Meltdown to Regulation: Supporting Big Emotions”
– “Proactive Strategies to Prevent Challenging Behaviors”
Sensory Support:
– “Sensory Processing 101: What Every Educator Should Know”
– “Creating Sensory-Friendly Classrooms and Spaces”
– “Regulation Tools and Strategies for Your Classroom”
Communication:
– “Visual Supports That Actually Work”
– “Supporting Nonverbal and Minimally Verbal Students”
– “Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Basics”
Executive Function:
– “Executive Function Challenges in Neurodivergent Learners”
– “Organization Strategies for Students Who Struggle”
– “Time Management and Task Initiation Support”
Social-Emotional Learning:
– “Social Skills Instruction for Neurodivergent Students”
– “Building Friendship Skills in Inclusive Settings”
– “Emotional Regulation Across the School Day”
Inclusive Practices:
– “Universal Design for Learning in Action”
– “Differentiation Strategies for Diverse Learners”
– “Creating Inclusive Classroom Communities”
IEP and Planning:
– “Writing Meaningful, Measurable IEP Goals”
– “Accommodations vs. Modifications: What’s the Difference?”
– “Collaborative IEP Meetings That Work”
Trauma-Informed Practice:
– “Understanding Trauma in Neurodivergent Students”
– “Building Safety and Predictability in Your Classroom”
– “Compassionate Responses to Challenging Moments”
Self-Care for Professionals:
– “Preventing Burnout: Self-Care for Educators”
– “Managing Stress When Working with Complex Needs”
– “Building Sustainable, Compassionate Practice”
Custom topics available based on your specific needs!
Perfect for:
– Monthly staff meetings at schools
– Department or grade-level team meetings
– Community organization trainings
– University guest lectures
– Parent-professional organization events
– Therapeutic practice team meetings
– Nonprofit board and staff development
– Introduction sessions before deeper training
Delivery Format:
– Virtual via Zoom or preferred platform
– In-person at your location (within 60 miles)
– Hybrid format for distributed teams
Ideal group size: 10-100 participants
Recommended 90-Minute Format:
– Minutes 1-5: Welcome and introductions
– Minutes 5-30: Core content presentation
– Minutes 30-45: Interactive activity or discussion
– Minutes 45-70: Deeper content and examples
– Minutes 70-85: Q&A and application discussion
– Minutes 85-90: Key takeaways and resources
Pre-Session Process:
1. Brief consultation call (15-20 minutes)
2. Topic selection and customization
3. Participant information (roles, experience levels)
4. Logistics confirmation
5. Digital materials sent in advance
Materials Provided:
– Digital handout (PDF) with key concepts
– Strategy reference sheet
– Resource list with websites, books, and tools
– Templates or tools relevant to topic (when applicable)
TRAVEL & EXPENSES POLICY:
– Local travel within 60 miles round-trip of the Mosaic Minds Center for Autism & Neurodivergent Learning primary location is included in the service fee
– Travel beyond 60 miles round-trip will be billed at the current IRS standard mileage rate, calculated from the Mosaic Minds Center primary location to your event site
– Overnight stays: Lodging reimbursement or direct booking required for events requiring departure before 6:00 AM or return after 9:00 PM
– Per diem: $75/day for meals and incidental expenses (if meals not provided by hosting organization)
– Airfare (for distances exceeding 300 miles one way): Economy class, non-refundable, must be pre-approved in writing
– All travel, lodging, mileage, airfare, and per diem expenses must be preapproved in writing and are not included in professional service fees unless explicitly stated in the contract
– Payment or reimbursement of approved travel expenses is due within 15 days of invoice
Scheduling:
Stand-alone workshops can often be scheduled with shorter notice than longer training sessions. We recommend booking 3-4 weeks in advance when possible.
Follow-Up Options:
– Additional workshops on related topics
– Expanded training (half-day or full-day)
– Implementation consultation
– Observation and coaching services
Investment: $350 for 90-minute workshop
Perfect for organizations seeking focused, practical professional learning that fits within existing meeting structures.
