CREC Resource Group

The CREC Resource Group team was out in full force this past weekend! Ruth and Jen had a blast repping CRG at the LEARN, Student Support Services disAbility Summit for families at Foxwoods.

We want to send a massive thank you to our team for the support in making this trip a success. It was an honor to meet so many families and share how we can help support their journeys.

Ready to launch your career in education? 🍎 CREC Resource Group is looking for dedicated Paraeducators to join our Magnet Schools and local districts!

If you love working with students and want to make a real difference in your community, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now: Visit crec.org/para or scan the QR code on our flyer!

Questions? Contact us at [email protected]

Enhance your district’s transition programming with CREC’s specialized services. Our offerings include age-appropriate transition assessments, job coach training for staff, and Person-Centered planning. Contact us to align these services with your district's transition goals.

Learn more: https://www.crec.org/transition-job-coaching

Advance your teaching career with CREC’s Advanced Alternate Route to Certification for Special Education. This 14-month, competency-based program allows Connecticut certified teachers to earn a cross-endorsement in Comprehensive Special Education (165) while remaining employed. Enrollment for the next cohort is now open.

Learn more:https://www.crec.org/aarc/special-ed.php
Apply for the next Cohort: https://form.jotform.com/253524962637162

Launch Your Career as a Paraeducator with CREC! 🍎

The new ParaPathways Assessment is here! Connecticut’s updated certification reflects the modern classroom and will fully replace the ParaPro exam by August 31, 2026.

Why take the exam now?
- Convenience: Take it from home.
- Support: Includes a free online study guide and practice test.
- Reimbursement: Join the CRG team after passing, and we’ll reimburse your assessment fee!

Get started today: parapro.ets.org

How do we make coaching research actionable? 🛠️

CRG’s Jessica Kazigian recently supported by providing feedback from the field on their new Coaching Moves Log.

Jessica is already seeing this tool become a game-changer for the districts she supports, helping coaches turn research into daily routines.

Check it out: https://bit.ly/CoachingMovesLog

Are you equipped with the right strategies to support transition-aged students? 🤔

Join CREC Resource Group on March 4th and 11th for a deep dive into Job Coaching. This workshop provides the actionable tools and individualized support tactics necessary to assist students as they move from the classroom to the workplace.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and change lives!

📍 111 Charter Oak Ave, Hartford, CT
🔗 Register now via the QR code!

🚀 Empower Every Learner with AI!

Join CREC Resource Group for a virtual workshop on using free AI tools to support students with low-incidence disabilities.

📅 Jan 20, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM 💻 Virtual 🔗 Register Here: https://catalog.protraxx.com/ClassDetails/437135?CustomerId=128

Cost: Free for Consortium Members ($45 Non-members)

Don't miss out on:
Learning free AI tools
Integrating them into practice
Developing an action plan

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Expand Your Teaching Career with a Special Education Endorsement 🍎

Are you a currently certified general education teacher looking to make a bigger impact? Join CREC Expert Solutions for a Virtual Open House to learn about the Advanced Alternate Route to Special Education (AARC).

This 14-month program is designed specifically for working professionals like you.

Why attend?
✅ Learn about the #165 Cross Endorsement
✅ Discover our flexible summer & Saturday class schedule
✅ Discuss job-embedded portfolio assignments
✅ Meet the team and learn about the cohort model

🗓 When: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 ⏰ Time: 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Where: Zoom

👉 Register here: https://catalog.protraxx.com/ClassDetails/436866?CustomerID=128 or scan the QR code in the image!

Prepare for the new year by adding new tools to your toolkit. From mastering AI workflows to supporting multilingual learners, our January workshops are designed to help you hit the ground running.

Secure your spot now: https://www.crec.org/events/

- Jan 7: AI Workflow Wonders
- Jan 9: Supporting Multilingual Learners
- Jan 13: EC Directors Council
- Jan 14: AARC Open House

Unlock the Power of Restorative Practices in Education!

Join the CREC Resource Group for an essential two-day training: Fundamentals of Restorative Practices.

This session, led by Education Specialists Dr. Colinda Hunter and Jenifer Tuller, will guide you through key concepts, help you reflect on the potential impact of RP on lives, and show you how to apply the RP Continuum in an educational setting.

📅 Dates: January 26, 2026 & February 23, 2026 ⏰ Time: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm EST 📍 Location: CREC Central | 111 Charter Oak Ave, Hartford, CT

Ready to transform your school climate? Secure your spot today!

👉 REGISTER HERE: https://catalog.protraxx.com/ClassDetails/442626?CustomerId=128

Questions? Email Jenifer Tuller at [email protected] or Dr. Colinda Hunter at [email protected].