calmer choice instructor training

• Deliver the Calmer Choice Classroom Program, according to the curriculum
• Support in the delivery of extended programming including professional development, parent and community offerings
• Provide feedback to the CPO and Program Team around techniques, best practices, and potential improvements to enhance the Calmer Choice curriculum, as requested
• Support the implementation of program evaluation activities as needed

• Maintain positive relationships with students, school personnel, administrators, and community
• Generate goodwill within school systems, the Calmer Choice organization, and the community
• Cultivate atmosphere of open communication and feedback between partners/Calmer Choice
• Maintain ethical behavior and professional boundaries at all times
• Demonstrate an understanding of our mission/vision and an ability to communicate it to others

• Attend regular staff meetings, instructor meetings, mentor groups and organizational events as requested
• Participate in professional development and curriculum update trainings as needed
• Participate in activities that support program evaluation such as focus groups and curriculum revision sessions
• Access information and manage course information and materials via our Learning Management System (LMS)
• Regularly check Calmer Choice email and provide timely responses as needed

• Calmer Choice Instructors understand they will be observed delivering programming in the classroom or elsewhere (which may be unannounced), by Calmer Choice leadership, other instructors, classroom teachers, administrators, etc.
• Participate in peer mentorship sessions and provide support to trainees and instructional colleagues

The ideal instructor candidate will have a strong personal mindfulness practice and demonstrated experience working with children in a classroom setting.

As a trainee, you will work closely with our staff and instructors to learn the curriculum, observe seasoned instructors in the classroom, and then have an opportunity to teach with a peer mentor in the classroom with you to provide feedback.

Our curriculum is grounded in peer-reviewed scientific research. To learn more, please visit About Mindfulness.

Yes. Instructors are paid hourly for teaching, prep and meeting time.

View Instructor Commitments.