Professional Support
Develop as an Instructional Leader
From tailored leadership opportunities and professional development tools to pathways for earning new licensure and endorsements, GMSD provides robust resources to support every stage of your career. Whether you're refining your craft in the classroom, exploring leadership roles, or pursuing advanced certifications, our programs are designed to inspire growth and excellence. Explore how GMSD empowers educators to thrive professionally and personally, ensuring our schools remain places of innovation and high achievement.
Licensure & Continuing Education
GMSD supports educators and support staff in navigating licensure pathways and enhancing qualifications. Whether you’re pursuing your initial teaching license or adding endorsements, we make the journey accessible and cost-effective.
- Pathways for support staff to earn a teaching license.
- Adding endorsements or add-ons (like Special Education).
- Tools and reminders to meet state-mandated timelines for literacy training and continuing education hours.
- Information on cost-saving professional development options.
Professional Cohorts & Mentorship Programs
At GMSD, our structured mentorship cohorts are designed to cultivate tremendous success and support at every level of education.
- Blue Chips provides new-to-GMSD educators with a five-year journey tailor-made for Germantown.
- Activate is a year-long cohort for novice administrators or aspiring school leaders, offering an in-depth exploration of the fundamentals of school-level leadership.
- For seasoned professionals, Empower serves as a collaborative space for veteran school leaders to share, learn, and implement best practices.
Professional Development the GMSD Way
Encourage. Equip. Empower.
GMSD provides flexible professional development and resources to support educators' growth and success.
- Flexible Learning Options: Earn flex hours through online courses, after-school sessions, summer workshops, and conferences.
- Tools for Success: Access the PLC Hub, Field Trip FAQs, Teacher Evaluations, and Frontline for streamlined support.
- Opportunities for Growth: Participate in tailored professional development and evaluations linked to your career goals.