Date Approved
8-7-2024
Graduate Degree Type
Project
Degree Name
Education (M.Ed.)
Degree Program
College of Education
First Advisor
Richard Vandermolen
Second Advisor
Elizabeth Petroelje Stolle
Academic Year
2023/2024
Abstract
Paraprofessionals are vital staff members of elementary schools that often provide small group instruction for struggling students to develop key literacy skills. Despite the critical contribution paraprofessionals can provide, schools often neglect to adequately train and develop these staff members to support students’ instructional literacy needs. This project explores the relevant history of paraprofessional staff in schools and the current need for increased development and support of these staff members. Additionally, modern sustainable solutions are explored to develop paraprofessional literacy knowledge and instructional skills for these vital staff members. Programming recommendations are grounded in adult learning theory, feedback and coaching, and learning in community. Tools and recommendations are provided for administrators to systematically plan for the development of these staff members, and coaching supports and recommendations are thoroughly discussed to ultimately raise student achievement and growth in literacy skills.
ScholarWorks Citation
Bigos, Holly Nicole, "Coaching and Developing Non-Certified Instructional Staff in Key Literacy Practices" (2024). Culminating Experience Projects. 487.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/gradprojects/487
Included in
Educational Leadership Commons, Elementary Education Commons, Language and Literacy Education Commons, Other Teacher Education and Professional Development Commons
