Teachers Trainings

The Maple Bear schools provide constant training for Teachers, Principals and Coordinators to improve their skills and operate the best way possible in the classroom. By investing in its educators, Maple Bear stays true to its commitment to delivering top-tier education, grounded in Canadia.

Central Role of Educators

The cornerstone of Maple Bear’s success lies in its commitment to teachers’ development. Through continuous training and support, Maple Bear ensures that its educators are not only well-prepared but also continuously evolving. This comprehensive approach to professional development guarantees that the Maple Bear methodology is implemented effectively, providing students with a robust and enriching educational experience.

Initial Training for New Schools

Every new Maple Bear school undergoes an initial intensive training. It is conducted in English and expands for 2 weeks prior opening and 1 week after the opening. Canadian educators lead this in-school training, ensuring the authenticity and integrity of the methodology.

The goal

The goal of these training courses is to equip our teaching staff with a deep understanding of the program’s materials, methodologies, and curriculum.

Special approach

Maple Bear teachers are also trained to tailor their approach to each group of students, ensuring personalized implementation of the program’s methods.

The training

This training is essential for building a strong foundation in classroom management, curriculum delivery, and effective assessment strategies.

Highly practical

The Maple Bear training is highly practical, featuring numerous hands-on activities, role-plays, and demonstrations.

Classroom

The trainer effectively "models" the classroom environment for new Maple Bear teachers.

Highly practical

The Canadian trainers working with the Maple Bear teams are very experienced educators with extensive classroom experience in Canadian Schools and Kindergartens.

Management

They possess deep knowledge of teaching, classroom management, and the Maple Bear curriculum.

Leadership experience

Additionally, their experience in school leadership is invaluable for fostering supportive relationships and effective communication with parents.

Annual In-School Training and coaching

To maintain and enhance teaching quality, Maple Bear conducts annual in-school training sessions. These sessions are also led by Canadian educators and focus on reinforcing key curriculum elements, sharing best classroom practices, and addressing other pertinent educational topics. This regular professional development ensures that educators remain current with educational trends and continuously improve their instructional strategies.

Throughout the school year, educators participate in ongoing coaching sessions. These sessions provide continuous support, helping teachers address challenges and refine their instructional techniques. The presence of Canadian educators in these sessions ensures that the training remains aligned with the high standards of the Maple Bear program.

These trainings are based on local school leadership requests which are received in advance for focus on certain topics and strategies, based on which the Canadian trainer prepare workshops and activities based and modelling exercises.

The role of the Academic Coordinator at Maple Bear

Each Maple Bear school benefits from the expertise and leadership of a Maple Bear Academic Coordinator. This vital role involves overseeing the teaching team and ensuring the smooth operation of the school. The Academic Coordinator plays a crucial role in supporting teachers to deliver the high standards of the Maple Bear program. Responsibilities of the Academic Coordinator include:

Supporting the Teaching Team

The Academic Coordinator is dedicated to assisting teachers in implementing the Maple Bear curriculum effectively. This support ensures that the educational experience remains consistent and of high quality across all classrooms.

Operational Oversight

Beyond supporting teachers, the Academic Coordinator manages the day-to-day operations of the school. This oversight ensures that both academic functions run smoothly, fostering a conducive learning environment.

Ongoing Communication

The Academic Coordinator maintains regular communication with the Maple Bear Academic Director. This connection ensures that the school stays aligned with the overarching educational goals and standards of the Maple Bear network.

Regional Collaboration

The Academic Coordinator collaborates with coordinators from other Maple Bear schools in the region. This network facilitates the sharing of best practices and offers numerous opportunities for discussions. Through these interactions, schools can learn from each other and continuously improve their educational offerings.

Interview of an Academic Coordinator