MTA offering leadership training for ESPs

MTA offering leadership training for ESPs


Build Leadership Skills at ESP Trainings

The MTA is offering leadership development training specifically tailored for education support professionals.

The three-weekend course will focus on leadership strategies, interpersonal skills and building confidence in future leaders.

We are looking for participants who are:

  • Active members working as ESPs (paraprofessionals, instructional aides, clerical workers, custodians, food service workers, etc.)
  • Motivated individuals ready to take on more union responsibilities
  • Union activists or activists in other realms (This is useful experience, but not required)
  • Curious, open to learning new skills, willing to share knowledge and learn from others.

Workshop Dates

Participants must commit to all three trainings. The MTA will provide overnight lodging and meals in a hotel near the training location. Sessions are scheduled on:

  • Leadership Weekend One
    Friday, Nov. 2 - Sunday, Nov. 4
    SpringHill Suites, Devens, MA
  • Leadership Weekend Two
    Friday, Jan. 25 - Sunday, Jan. 27
    Hilton Garden Inn, Devens, MA
  • Leadership Weekend Three
    Friday, April 5 - Saturday, April 6
    ESP Conference, Falmouth, MA

Contact

For more information or to sign up, please contact amakuch@massteacher.org or call 617-878-8260.