Deepen your expertise in supporting teachers with implementation of the SIOP Model through job-embedded coaching and professional learning.  

This interactive, cohort-based virtual institute is designed for educators with a solid foundation in CAL SIOP who are ready to become facilitators and trainers. 

Building on your previous knowledge and experience, this institute focuses on strengthening your understanding of the eight components of the CAL SIOP Model while equipping you with essential training and coaching skills to guide colleagues in implementing sheltered instruction. 

Using a flipped classroom approach, participants will engage in four live, 4.5-hour online sessions and complete facilitator-assigned self-paced activities between meetings. These activities include video analysis, research-based readings, planning exercises, and reflective discussions with peers.. 

Learning Outcomes 

Participants will learn how to: 

• Deepen their understanding of the CAL SIOP Model’s eight components and 30 features 

• Apply adult learning principles to deliver effective SIOP professional development 

• Adapt training materials to meet the needs of diverse educators and school contexts 

• Facilitate interactive professional learning sessions using CAL SIOP strategies 

• Provide feedback and coaching to support classroom implementation 

• Plan and refine PD sessions aligned with school or district goals 

Who Should Attend 

This institute is ideal for educators who: 

• Have prior knowledge of the CAL SIOP Model and want to grow as PD facilitators 

• May have attended previous SIOP workshops and are ready to lead training efforts 

• Are committed to attending all four live sessions and completing approximately 2 hours of self-paced work per week 

• Have access to their own device (shared log-ins are not permitted) 

Note: This institute is not intended for SIOP beginners. If you are new to the model, we recommend starting with our CAL SIOP for Educators: Foundations institute. 

Questions? Email CAL with any questions you may have about our offerings. 

Agenda 

January 6, 2026: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 1:30–3:00 p.m. ET 

• SIOP Model review and renewal designed to deepen knowledge and implementation with a focus on second language acquisition and the Lesson Preparation Component 

• Key characteristics and elements of effective SIOP Model professional development and implementation support 

• PD Planning Time 

January 13, 2026: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 1:30–3:00 p.m. ET

• SIOP Model review and renewal to deepen knowledge and implementation with a focus on the Building Background and Comprehensible Input components 

• Special considerations when coaching with the SIOP Model 

• Supporting the lesson planning process using the SIOP Model 

• PD Planning Time 

January 20, 2026: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 1:30–3:00 p.m. ET

• SIOP Model review and renewal to deepen knowledge and implementation with a focus on specific features of the Strategies and Interaction components 

• Special considerations for working with adult learners 

• Co-teaching and collaboration through the development and support of PLCs 

• PD Planning Time 

January 27, 2026: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 1:30–3:00 p.m. ET

• SIOP Model review and renewal to deepen knowledge and implementation with a focus on specific features of the Practice & Application, Lesson Delivery and Review & Assessment components 

• Developing a school/district SIOP implementation plan 

• PD Planning Time 

Schedule 

• Live Sessions: January 6, 13, 20, and 27, 2026, from 9:30 AM–12:30 PM and 1:30–3:00 PM ET each day 

• Self-paced Content: Approximately 4 hours of asynchronous, facilitator-assigned tasks 

• Note: Tasks may be completed during and up to one month after the institute to qualify for additional digital badges. 

Cost 

• Early bird pricing (individual or group of 2+): $1,365 per person if registered by December 16, 2025 

• Standard individual rate: $1,570 per person for registrations after December 16, 2025 

• Groups of 2 or more qualify for the early bird rate of $1,365 per person 

• Register early—space is limited 

• Registration closes on December 16, 2025 

Cost includes the following materials*: 

• A downloadable coach packet with facilitation tools, presentation templates, and sample workshop activities 

• Digital copy of The Insider’s Guide to Coaching 

• Access to curated CAL SIOP digital training resources and planning guides 

Venue 

This institute will be held fully online, combining interactive live Zoom sessions. 

Certificate of Completion 

Participants will earn a CAL SIOP Coach Level 1 digital badge for 18 hours of participation, issued through the Credly platform. This verifiable credential includes metadata outlining your learning and can be shared on LinkedIn or other professional platforms. 

CAL-Credly badges offer a secure and portable way to showcase your professional development. 

For questions about digital badging at CAL, contact us at credentialing@cal.org or call 202-362-0700, Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET. 

Policies 

Registration  

Seats are confirmed only after payment is received. To register, complete the online form and have participant names, titles, schools, and emails ready (for group registrations). Early registration is recommended, as space is limited. 

Payment  

CAL accepts credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx), checks, and purchase orders. Credit card payments confirm registration immediately. For POs or checks, seats are tentatively held until payment is received. Upload POs during registration or email them to payables@cal.org. Mail checks to: Center for Applied Linguistics,
Accounts Receivable,
4646 40th Street NW, Washington, DC 20016

A $15 fee applies for returned checks. 

Cancellation Policy  

You may cancel and receive a full refund up to 3 weeks before the institute by emailing solutions@cal.org. After that, refunds are not available, but you may request materials by mail, transfer to a future institute, or substitute another participant up to 3 days before the start date. 

CAL may cancel or reschedule events due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, full refunds will be issued.  

Fair Use of Materials  

Participants may use CAL materials for internal school or district training. Use for fee-based services is not permitted. Contact CAL for clarification if needed. 

Questions?  

If you have questions, please contact us via email at solutions@cal.org or call 202-362-0700, Monday-Friday, 9 am – 5 pm Eastern Time.