Director of Professional Learning
In RCISD we believe that professional learning for staff is fundamental to student success and that we have an obligation to improve continually. In RCISD, professional learning is relevant, engaging, and ongoing. Teacher choice and personalized learning are at the forefront of our offerings. From our content area specialists to teacher and student-led professional development opportunities, we look for new and challenging ways to grow ourselves and others throughout the year.
RCISD uses MobileMind professional learning hub to plan, personalize, and show proof of learning.
Professional Learning plans are guided by:
The needs of RCISD students
The professional needs of each teacher
The needs of the campus and district
The Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS)
The Professional Learning Advisory Team or PLAT
Learning Forward Standards for Professional Learning
TEC 21.451 (a) Staff Development Requirements
Professional Learning in Royse City ISD is:
Personalized
Prioritized
Relevant
Peer-developed and delivered
Aligned to the goals of the district, campus, and individual
Aligned to the LEAD Learner Profile
Beginning teachers receive extensive mentoring and training support for the first two years. New teachers attend an orientation at the start of each year, work with mentors for at least 12 hours per semester, and participate in goal-setting, peer observations, and ongoing growth activities. Mentors participate in ongoing leadership and mentorship training throughout the summer and school year.
RCISD partners with the following organizations to provide high-quality, ongoing professional learning.
