“Over the last several years, Steven has successfully designed and conducted various workshops that support both content area and ESL teachers in implementing strategies and designing lessons that are challenging and provide standards based grade- level instruction. His pleasant manner coupled with his ability to inspire and motivate gives teachers the confidence to apply that knowledge in classes, and, in turn, raise student achievement.”
“Through our association with Austin Independent School District and the International High School in Austin, Texas, Steven Weiss and I have been acquainted professionally for three years. Steven is resourceful, dynamic, intelligent and has proven himself to be an outstanding leader. While working with him, I was continually impressed with his commitment to excellence. He is uncompromising in his quest for quality educational opportunities for all students and adults.”
“I had the opportunity to work with Steven Weiss where he served as my coach/mentor. He, as my mentor, had a tremendous impact on my curriculum, classroom management, and pedagogical understanding. He was great at providing feedback in supportive ways. I always found my lesson to be more effective after collaborating with Mr. Weiss. Also, he helped develop my pedagogical understanding of teaching English Language Learners. Finally, Mr. Weiss was always professional, supportive, and a pleasure to work with. Any teacher would be lucky to work with Mr. Weiss, I certainly feel lucky to have had the opportunity to do so.”
“Steven is a knowledgeable education professional who has deep expertise in the education of English language learners and language minority populations. He excels at building relationships and working with teachers, site administrators and district staff to implement educational change and professional development initiatives to benefit all students. His professional development and coaching activities always receive the widest acceptance and his ability to connect with staff in a variety of positions is exemplary. He is a good communicator, an excellent team member and a pleasure to work with. I strongly recommend Steven.”
“As Director of the Stanford University Program in English Language Learner Education—an organization which provides training and support for teachers and administrators who serve English language learners—I have had the opportunity to collaborate with a variety of EL practitioners. Steven is truly one of the most knowledgeable and dynamic individuals I have worked with. He assisted in the planning of two of our professional development trainings for principals and presented a session on elements of effective content instruction for elementary English language learners. Steven is adept not only at taking findings from research and tying them to practice, but at explaining and modeling such connections to his audience. He is an engaging and articulate presenter and, due to his extensive background in teacher professional development, knows just what people need in order to stay motivated and engaged. As a collaborator/co-planner, I have found him to be very valuable in focusing discussions and asking just the right questions. Stevens’ commitment to his clients is always evident in the excellent quality of work that he produces. I sincerely hope to work with him again!”