The Schlachte Method Certification
 
Benefits of Being Certified in the Schlachte Method Licensed use of The Schlachte Method DVD, Curriculum, Music, Visual Schedules, and Props Two 60 minute phone consultations with the Founder/Director during the first year of certification Ability to effectively teach children with special needs including children on the Autism Spectrum, children with Learning and Developmental Disabilities, Children with Anxiety Disorders, Auditory Processing Disorder, ADHD, and Neuro-typical children. Knowledge of how to outreach to the disability community Practical application of Positive Behavioral Supports in the ballet class Membership in an online community to assist with specific questions related to the methodology Business model and volunteer support as well as on going updates to the business model
 
Steps to becoming a Certified Schlachte Method Teacher 1. Fill out an application and pay required fees 2. Attend the Schlachte Method Seminar 3. Complete the Long Distant Learning courses 4. Complete all Classroom Observations 5. Complete Experience Requirement
 
 
Application Process All applicants must have at least three years of experience teaching classical ballet. All applicants must be proficient in classical ballet terminology and technique. Must have a desire to work with children with special needs and have a full understanding that you will be teaching children with behavioral, sensory, and motor issues. Once certified, it is expected that all children will be able to participate in the ballet classes and all accommodations will be made to meet this expectation. Please contact us for an application: info@balletforallkids.com or 805-524-5503 Introduction to the Schlachte Method Seminar This seminar is the first step in the process of certification. The seminar gives a complete overview of the Schlachte Method as well as a starting point of how to start teaching and supporting classes for children with special needs. We offer these initial seminars twice a year (April and August) and they are held in the greater Los Angeles area. Click Flyer TSM.pdf for current flyer with locations and dates. Seminar Schedule Overview First Day Overview of Developmental Disabilities Teaching Special Needs Children Positive Behavioral Supports Benefits for Children with Special Needs
 Second Day Observation of The Schlachte Method in the classroom The Schlachte Method Overview
 Third Day Student Teaching and Observations
 Fourth Day Review of the Method in practice Implementation of The Schlachte Method Classroom Management for Children with Special Needs Setting up the Classroom The Social/Emotional Needs of the Special Needs Family
 Fifth Day Volunteer Coordination Business Model and the Disabilities Community Examination Each potential teacher of this method must successful pass the seminar observation and exam in order to go on to teach and complete the long distance learning portion of the certification process. Long Distant Learning Each candidate of the Schlachte Method will have to complete nine of the following courses through online study program. Each candidate has a full year from the introductory seminar to complete all course work. Candidates can begin teaching the methodology upon completing the initial seminar. However, full certification requires that individuals finish the long distant learning component. Courses Offered Positive Behavioral Supports Physical Therapy Issues for Children with Special Needs The IEP and Resources in the Community biomedical Issues related to Autism Downs Syndrome Learning and Auditory Processing Disorders Autism Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy Occupational Therapy Issues for Children with Special Needs Speech and Language Development Sensory Integration Classroom Management/Volunteer Coordination Classroom Observations Each candidate must be observed teaching the methodology for at least four hours prior to certification. This observation can be done remotely through the use of video recording, or through remote access (such as Skype). Physical observations of classes can be arranged as well (either through the candidate teaching at the Ballet For All Kids site or by having a certified Schlachte Method teacher observe at a specified location). All expenses for observation are the responsibility of the candidate. Written notes or verbal consultations will be given at the end of each observation. Experience Requirement It is required that all potential teachers have a minimum of 45 hours of work with children with special needs. This can be through volunteering with organizations, prior work experience in the field, teaching children with special needs, etc. This allows all candidates the experience needed with this population as well as the ability to outreach and understand the parent community. Documentation of hours will need to be submitted prior to certification. This component can be waived if the candidate is being sponsored by an organization specializing in children with exceptional needs. Please email us for more information on this option. Pricing The entire certification process will cost 2750.00. Make checks payable to the Schlachte Method. Visa/MC are accepted. Payments and due dates are below. Application Fee 35.00 (Submit with application and will be added to the seminar fee if accepted) Introduction Seminar 2500.00 (Due one week prior to Seminar) Long Distant Learning 250.00 (Due prior to beginning online course work) mailto:info@balletforallkids.comThe Schlachte Method_files/Flyer%20TSM.pdfshapeimage_4_link_0shapeimage_4_link_1