SPECIAL EDUCATION LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

The State of Wyoming, Wyoming Department of Education, is seeking proposals for providing training and support for an annual instructional coaching institute and an ongoing special education leadership development program. The selected provider will establish a year-long professional growth program that equips special education administrators with advanced skill sets necessary to improve student outcomes and foster a culture of excellence across all school sites. Key deliverables include curriculum development, implementation of topical areas of content, and provision of quarterly opportunities for improving technical and relational skills. The proposer should have proven experience in delivering high-quality training and support in quality coaching practices and/or providing high-quality training and support to school administrators. Some key points to consider are: * The program should be designed to support the development of special education administrators' leadership capacity in Wyoming. * The provider should have experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining interactive web-based applications. * The program should include a variety of professional development structures and delivery methods, including in-person and remote trainings. * The provider should be able to schedule training opportunities that fit the needs and time frame of the State Education Agency and local education agencies.