ECM Teacher Training Pathway: Mentorship Cycle 2

Mentorship Cycle Two

Program Overview

Mentorship Cycle Two is designed for teacher trainees while teaching their second MBSR course either in person or online. Together with your mentor, you will discuss, apply, and expand the range of your developing skills as an MBSR teacher. Consisting of 10 weekly 75- to 90-minute sessions, this second cycle of mentorship is tailored toward identifying and pursuing your specific learning objectives in teaching. The potential to express and evoke the power of the present moment for others through your teaching is developed through an increasingly intimate, honest, and brave relationship with yourself and your mentor. Strong emphasis is given to exploring the intersection of mindfulness practice, teaching practice, and the essential matter of being fully human.

NOTE: Video-recording classes during this second cycle of mentorship is required. You will be using your own 4 audios for this second course.

Training Goals:

During this training you will—

Explore challenges, insights, and discoveries about the intersection of practice and teaching, through deepening inquiry with your mentor

Engage in learning opportunities identified through reflection on class meetings, group development, and your role as teacher

Assess your own teaching at a beginning level through review of your class video recordings

Receive feedback from your mentor on sections of your class video-recordings

Receive feedback on your four audio practice recordings

Continue development in a range of foundational MBSR teaching competencies

Identify teaching skill and areas for development coming out of your lived experience in the classroom

Express the attitudes and underpinnings of mindfulness more fully through your teaching

Prerequisites

Successful completion of Mentorship Cycle 1

4 guided MBSR practice audios have been recorded

A willingness to enter more deeply into self-discovery, and explore how what you find informs your teaching

Required Technology and Preparation:

High-speed internet connection

Please, no phones

Ensure that your computer is situated on a stable surface (instead of resting on your lap, etc.)

Video and microphone capability (so that you can be seen and heard)

A place for practice that allows for being undisturbed

Current version of Zoom installed

The cost of this program is US$2500.

Before applying for Mentorship Cycle Two, you will have arranged for teaching an 8-week MBSR course in a specific location over a specified set of dates. It is important to apply at least two months in advance of the specific dates of your upcoming class. This ensures adequate time for preparation and for you and your mentor to agree on a meeting schedule.

Please use the link below to access and complete the Mentorship Cycle Two application. You can expect to hear from us regarding the status of your request within two weeks of receipt.

Click here to complete
the Application Form

If you have questions, please email info@eastcoastmindfulness.com.

What can I say after I complete the training?

You can say:

that you have trained directly with [Name of your Trainer], senior teacher trainer in MBSR

that you can teach MBSR under mentorship with [Name of your Trainer], senior teacher trainer in MBSR

What is the time commitment for taking Mentorship Cycle Two?

Along with teaching your second MBSR course, you will spend time managing/reviewing class videos and materials, and writing reflectively before and after MBSR class sessions. You should be prepared to spend approximately 5 hours per week, beyond MBSR class sessions and mentorship meetings.

What if I have to miss a session?

You and your mentor will establish a meeting schedule that works for each of you. If you need to adjust the schedule, please be in touch with your mentor with enough time to reschedule.

What if I’m not technologically savvy?

You do not have to be a technology whiz to participate; however, a certain level of technology know-how is assumed (for instance, it is assumed that you have a modern desktop or laptop and stable internet connection, and that you know how to work on the computer you will be using during the training).

Are continuing credits available for this training?

There are currently no credits available for this training.

Program Cost

The cost of this program is US$2500.
Apply

Before applying for Mentorship Cycle Two, you will have arranged for teaching an 8-week MBSR course in a specific location over a specified set of dates. It is important to apply at least two months in advance of the specific dates of your upcoming class. This ensures adequate time for preparation and for you and your mentor to agree on a meeting schedule.

Please use the link below to access and complete the Mentorship Cycle Two application. You can expect to hear from us regarding the status of your request within two weeks of receipt.

Click here to complete
the Application Form

If you have questions, please email info@eastcoastmindfulness.com.
Common Questions
What can I say after I complete the training?

You can say:

that you have trained directly with [Name of your Trainer], senior teacher trainer in MBSR

that you can teach MBSR under mentorship with [Name of your Trainer], senior teacher trainer in MBSR

What is the time commitment for taking Mentorship Cycle Two?

Along with teaching your second MBSR course, you will spend time managing/reviewing class videos and materials, and writing reflectively before and after MBSR class sessions. You should be prepared to spend approximately 5 hours per week, beyond MBSR class sessions and mentorship meetings.

What if I have to miss a session?

You and your mentor will establish a meeting schedule that works for each of you. If you need to adjust the schedule, please be in touch with your mentor with enough time to reschedule.

What if I’m not technologically savvy?

You do not have to be a technology whiz to participate; however, a certain level of technology know-how is assumed (for instance, it is assumed that you have a modern desktop or laptop and stable internet connection, and that you know how to work on the computer you will be using during the training).

Are continuing credits available for this training?

There are currently no credits available for this training.

REFUND POLICY:
You may receive a full refund if you notify us via email (info@eastcoastmindfulness.com) at least 7 days prior to the first day of mentorship. No refunds will be granted thereafter.

Questions? Please email us at info@eastcoastmindfulness.com

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