Teacher Training Courses in San Francisco, CA

The Foundation TESOL Teacher Certification Course is equivalent in academic content and quality whether studied in-class or by distance education. Industry specialists have designed our unique foundation course, in addition its contents are reevaluated each year to match changes in the market. It is the first mandatory part of the various TESOL programs...

Robotics and coding are exploding with high energy interest in K-5 classrooms. Join in the fun with coding rotation station activities! You will discover how Dash, Dot and Cue robotics with Code.org-aligned challenge card activities empower today's learners with unplugged, low-tech to high-tech coding experiences!  Food and drinks will be provided....

Digital stop-motion animation is a powerful tool for learning, and offers a unique way to nurture students' creativity, collaboration, and literacy skills. In this hands-on workshop, educators will experience the process of stop-motion animation and discuss ways to implement digital storytelling in their classrooms. This approach allows students to...

The St Giles TEC (Teachers of English Course) is a teacher development course for non-native speaker teachers of English who want to update their teaching methodologies, as well as improve their own English skills and develop their professional knowledge. Participants develop and explore aspects of teaching methodology and techniques, and learn to...

One of our most impactful activities is the Mystery Box Challenge. Students are given a unique, age-appropriate challenge and are asked to work collaboratively to design a creative solution using a specific set of materials (wrapping paper tubes, foil, corks, etc.). This simple activity can be used to effectively build creative confidence, encourage...

Our General English courses are designed to help students communicate successfully and confidently in real-life situations. Classes have a maximum of twelve students, to ensure that every student receives personal attention from their teacher. Although classes have a focus on speaking and listening, students have the chance to practise all four skills,...

Are you interested in education and technology? Curious about how technology is changing classroom education? Would you like to expand your professional toolkit? Or maybe are you interested in exploring a career change? This intensive workshop will introduce you to the emerging world of educational technology. As more tech tools (software, hardware,...

The wellbeing of our employees, students, clients, instructors, and guests is our number one priority here at General Assembly. We are monitoring the Coronavirus situation very carefully and will be adjusting delivery of our programs. Due to the current health concerns in the greater San Francisco area, all GA short-form (one day) classes, workshops...

The wellbeing of our employees, students, clients, instructors, and guests is our number one priority here at General Assembly. We are monitoring the Coronavirus situation very carefully and will be adjusting delivery of our programs. Due to the current health concerns in the greater San Francisco area, all GA short-form (one day) classes, workshops...

“People don't buy what you do, they buy why you do it”. Most of us have heard this quote from Simon Sinek, but as a busy entrepreneur it can be challenging to consistently demonstrate your “Why” through the content you create and how you present yourself online. Defining your Personal Brand is the key to attracting the right prospects and...

Resume & Linkedin Fundamentals: Telling Your Professional Story The average time recruiters spend reviewing your resume is 6 seconds. Yes, 6 seconds. And LinkedIn? 94% (maybe more) of recruiters vet candidates using LinkedIn. So, what does this mean for you? You need your Resume and your LinkedIn Profile to be strategically crafted when you’re...

Explore the vital role of user research! Despite what many might think, getting to the heart of user experiences isn’t easy. It’s a cerebral adventure that requires preparation, innovative methods, artful interviewing skills, sharp analysis, and empathy. This bootcamp will teach you how create an effective research plan, manage the logistics,...

Do you need to effectively facilitate meetings? Wondering how you can get a group to come to a consensus, and not sure where to start? Wondering how best brainstorm or ideate with a team? Building consensus or brainstorming ideas with groups, often with different agendas, can be challenging. This hands-on workshop teaches you how to effectively guide...

Following Your Dreams – Building a successful creative career with a business focus If you are considering entering the creative world, this lecture will teach you the important aspects of managing a creative business career. You will also learn the techniques that creative professionals use to treat their work as a business and improve their income:...