Developing Trauma-Informed Teachers: Intentional Partnerships to Create Classrooms That Foster Equity, Resiliency, and Asset-Based Approaches ... on Developing Trauma-Informed Teachers) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1837085919 ISBN 13: 9781837085910

Publisher: Information Age Publishing, 2025

Synopsis

Continue your journey in Trauma-Informed education with the 3rd installment of our series, Contemporary Perspectives on Developing Trauma-Informed Teachers. In this volume, we delve into the heart of educational evolution: Intentional Partnerships to Create Classrooms that Foster Equity, Resiliency, and Asset-Based Approaches.

Discover the profound impact of Trauma-Informed Practices (TIP) on the educational landscape as we challenge traditional paradigms, encouraging educators to shift their perspectives from 'what is wrong with you?' to a holistic understanding of 'what has happened?'

Driven by a deep commitment to holistic student well-being, this edited text is a beacon of hope for in-service teachers seeking to truly understand and address their students’ needs. Through intentional partnerships with Early Childhood Centers, K-12 schools, and Districts, educators are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and expertise to implement trauma-informed practices rooted in asset-based approaches. By recognizing the profound influence of trauma on student behavior, development, and readiness to learn, educators can forge a path towards true student success.

This resource is a testament to the power of collaboration and innovation. Explore essential tools, strategies, and approaches designed to empower teachers in creating safe, sustainable classroom environments. With a keen focus on equity, resilience, and pedagogical excellence, we pave the way for a brighter future in education.

About this title

About the Author

Ofelia Castro Schepers is an Assistant Professor in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis in Bilingual Education at Purdue University, USA.

Megan Brennan is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and a Co-Founder and Co-Executive Director of Resilient Futures, USA.

Philip E. Bernhardt is a professor of secondary education and associate director of the Honors Program at the Metropolitan State University of Denver, USA.

Edition details

• Publisher: Information Age Publishing
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1837085919
• ISBN 13: 9781837085910
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 224
• Editor: Schepers Ofelia Castro, Brennan Megan, Bernhardt Philip E.