Hi there, Katie! Thanks for bringing your question to planDisney! I'm honored to help.
As a former educator, I appreciate those teachers who strive to find ways to grow and improve continuously. Over the years, I took part in various professional development classes, some better than others. The Disney Parks and Resorts' best practices are renowned, so it seems only natural to want to learn from the preeminent source!
The
Disney Institute has helped many professionals learn Disney's magical approach for many years. While most of the courses are geared toward business professionals, the core principles can easily be adapted for educators. Excellent customer service skills can help with student engagement and the psychology of children's needs. The class I would recommend is
Disney's Approach to Leadership Excellence. I suggest calling them at (321) 939-4600 Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time to discuss which services best fit your needs. Some courses are virtual, some are regional, and others are offered onsite at
Walt Disney World Resort and
Disneyland Resort with hands-on field experiences. Onsite attendees can purchase specially priced
theme park tickets.
Best of luck to you in your endeavors, Katie!
Eean