AASPA May Webinars

May 11, 2025

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Upcoming May Webinars

Webinars are FREE for AASPA members and $25 each for non-members, unless otherwise noted. Once registration is received a confirmation email and link will be sent to view the selected webinar. If you are interested in becoming an AASPA member and to receive all of these webinars and future webinars for FREE, contact morgan@aaspa.org.

These webinars have been approved for 1 hour of recertification credit through pHCLE, SHRM & HRCI. You must be on the webinar to receive credit.

Classroom Confidential: Unpacking Insights from Red Rover’s 2025 National Substitute Teacher Survey

May 13 at 1:00 PM CST

Dani O'Shaughnessy & Amanda Von Moos

What do more than 10,000 substitute teachers across the U.S. have to say about their experiences, challenges and motivations? In partnership with Substantial, join us as we unveil the results of Red Rover’s annual Substitute Teacher Survey and explore what’s changed, and what hasn’t, in the world of K–12 substitute staffing.

In this webinar, you’ll gain:

Exclusive insights into what drives job satisfaction and retention for substitute teachers
Data on the biggest barriers to accepting jobs and how schools can overcome them
Year-over-year trends and actionable recommendations for district leaders
A deeper understanding of how districts can better support and engage their sub pool

Whether you're in HR, school administration, or talent management, this session will help you turn substitute feedback into strategic improvements for your district. Don’t miss this chance to hear the voices that keep classrooms running!

This webinar is sponsored by Red Rover and is provided FREE for AASPA members and nonmembers.

Collaboratively Designing a New Employee Induction Plan for Career and Technical Educators

May 13 at 11:00 AM CST

Tracy Kram

This eHCLE project demonstrates that a collaborative team can design a new employee induction plan for career and technical teachers aimed at retaining newly hired teachers by providing better support during their first two years. This presentation outlines the process of developing a new induction plan for professional instructors. It examines the challenges faced by new instructors, particularly those transitioning from industry to teaching, as well as the outdated nature of the existing induction plan. The project shifted from focusing solely on career pathways to improving the induction process to support new teachers better.

AI-Powered HR: Revolutionizing Workflows with Smart Tools

May 15 at 1:00 PM CST

Dr. Lisa Luna

In today’s fast-evolving workplace, artificial intelligence is transforming human resource practices. This session explores practical applications of AI in HR, from writing precise job descriptions and personalized staff emails to creating impactful flyers and streamlining processes like district job analysis. Join us to discover how integrating AI can save time, reduce human error, and enhance efficiency, all while aligning with key PHCLE standards for effective HR leadership. Walk away with actionable strategies to leverage AI tools and boost your HR team's productivity.

This webinar is being presented as a part of the eHCLE program and is FREE for members and nonmembers.

This webinar is FREE for members of AASPA and $25 for nonmembers.

Building Special Education Talent from Within: Clarke County’s Residency-Based Teacher Apprenticeship

May 22 at 11:00 AM CST

Jason Lange, Dan Swartz & Christopher Pendley

In response to critical teacher shortages—especially in special education—the Clarke County School District (CCSD) in Georgia launched an innovative residency-based teacher apprenticeship program designed to grow talent from within. CCSD is offering a paid, on-the-job bachelor’s degree program that enables current school employees to earn their teaching certification while continuing to work in classrooms.

Join this webinar to hear how CCSD built this program from the ground up, becoming one of Georgia’s first Registered Apprenticeship Hubs focused on teacher preparation. Learn how the district is using apprenticeship funding, leveraging partnerships, and supporting paraprofessionals on their journey to full licensure—all while filling high-need special education roles with dedicated, homegrown educators.

What You’ll Learn:

How CCSD designed and launched its special education teacher apprenticeship program
Strategies for funding and sustaining on-the-job teacher pathways
The role of community-connected paraprofessionals in solving the teacher shortage
Lessons learned from the district’s first residency cohort

This webinar is sponsored by Bloomboard and is provided FREE for AASPA members and nonmembers.

Improving Employee Attendance: From Research to Theory to Best Practices

May 29 at 1:00 PM CST

Dr. Brian Ladewig & Dr. Joseph Lloyd

This session explores the impact of employee attendance on student achievement and organizational effectiveness, drawing from research and real-world data. Presenters will examine key motivation theories and how they can inform district strategies to improve staff attendance. Participants will gain insight into effective practices, pitfalls to avoid, and frameworks for accountability that support a positive attendance culture. Practical tools and policy considerations will be shared to help human resource leaders address chronic absenteeism and boost employee engagement.

This webinar is FREE for members of AASPA and $50 for nonmembers.