As communicated in a previous post about having a teacher training plan, I have worked full-time as a Director of Christian Education and have also volunteered through the years in various leadership roles in Sunday School, VBS, and more.
One of the biggest drawbacks I found was knowing where to find training resources. The Internet was not readily accessible through the earlier years of my church work. We did have a local Christian bookstore so that helped somewhat.
Now, however, if you are reading this post, you, like me, have instant access to a wealth of information through the web. Still, however, Christian teacher training is not always easy to find, especially on specific topics or formats. And, a lot of time can be consumed searching.
Finding Resources to Help with Bible Teachers Training
The MinTools.com site has always included a fair amount of helps for those involved in a teaching ministry. In addition to equipping articles, you’ll also find a teaching resources page.
In time I sensed an even greater need so TrainBibleTeachers.com was developed as a teacher training division of Ministry Tools Resource Center. What began as primarily a membership based site has now opened lists of training resources to the world. Having worked in a church, and knowing what it can be like to find resources, my heart’s desire is to see more churches develop a teacher training plan tailored to teacher needs which takes resources.
Check out the resource pages for various training topics at TrainBibleTeachers.com. You’ll find help with age level characteristics, issues teachers might have in teaching, tips for teaching specific topics, as well as skills teachers need. Go To: Teacher Training Resources
I have three teachers working with me in our Children Sunday School who all have 15 years or more working in public school , they all have Master Degree in Education and have been working in the Sunday school for about 12 years. I was appointed over their department about a year ago. My background in sales and marketing I have meeting with them, but could offer one of your product that teaches or give information that helps or excite these veteran teachers.
Thanks.
Eric
Wonderful, Eric. It doesn’t matter how long we have been teaching or what our backgrounds are, there is still more to learn. Even if it isn’t something new, at times we need reminders or refreshers. The more you are able to tailor it to the specific needs of those veteran teachers, the more helpful it will be.