Staff Motivation and Culture

MSAA Professional Development Workshop for PreK-12 Teachers, Administrators, 
 Co-Teaching Teams, School Leaders, Evaluation Team Leaders, and Department Chairs

Staff Motivation and Culture  

Employee motivation and a positive workplace culture are critical factors in achieving organizational success. The "Staff Motivation and Culture" workshop is designed to provide practical insights, strategies, and tools to cultivate a motivating work environment and foster a positive organizational culture. Participants will leave the workshop with a deepened understanding of motivation and culture, along with practical tools to enhance staff engagement, improve communication, and foster a positive workplace atmosphere. Invest in your staff's motivation and the culture of your organization through the "Staff Motivation and Culture" workshop. Together, let's build a workplace where every member feels valued, motivated, and contributes to a thriving educational community.

Participants will expand their skill knowledge to create staff motivation and a positive culture by:

·         Understanding Motivation: Explore the key principles of motivation and how they apply to the unique context of educational institutions

·         Learning Strategies to Create a Positive Workplace Culture: Provide strategies for building and sustaining a positive workplace culture that promotes collaboration, engagement, and a sense of purpose.

·         Enhancing Effective Communication: Enhance skills to ensure clear, open, and transparent dialogue between staff members and leadership

·         Develop Recognition and Appreciation Strategies: Develop methods for recognizing and appreciating staff contributions, fostering a culture of acknowledgment and celebration

·         Conflict Resolution: Equipping participants with conflict resolution skills to address issues in a constructive manner, promoting a harmonious work environment

When: Tuesday, February 11, 2025, from 8:30 am to 11:30 am

Delivery Method: In-Person Workshop

Location: The MSAA Office, 33 Forge Parkway, Franklin, MA

Presenter: Christopher Dodge, Seaside Educational Consultants

PD Hours: 3 in Content Area Leadership and Administration

Fees: Member $150 / Non-Member $205

MSAA Contact: Ethel Kawesa, ekawesa@msaa.net 

Christopher Dodge | Seaside Educational Consultants
Christopher began his career as an elementary math instructor where his passion as an inclusive math educator followed his career to his present position as an elementary Principal of the Thorndyke Road Elementary School in Worcester. He previously held the position of Principal of the Fisher Hill School and the Dexter Park Innovation School in Orange, MA. Under his leadership the Dexter Park Innovation School moved to an all-inclusion school and was designated as an Innovation School servicing students through a co-teaching model of instruction. He presented his work at the National Association for Elementary School Principals (NAESP) summer conference. Christopher understands the challenges school leaders face today. He is excited to work with educators leading with care, compassion, and collaboration where all stakeholders have a voice in their school community. 

Christopher is a connected educator who uses social media as an ongoing, personalized professional development. He moderates the monthly #MSAAChat. You can follow him on Twitter and Instagram @PrincipalDodge1, Voxer@cdodge33 and read his blog: http://https:oeleadlearner.blogspot.com/.