Everyone Has Worth Value Session
Everyone Has Worth is one of NWTC ’ s nine values . In this session , we talk about embracing the worth of every individual , providing an inclusive place for all people , and creating a respectful and stimulating environment necessary for intellectual and personal growth . Equity plays a powerful role in knowing self , knowing others , and leading together .
New Employee Onboarding
All new employees ( part-time and full-time ) engage in our on-boarding program . The program includes a three-hour new employee orientation where new employees learn about our intended culture and are provided a high level overview of NWTC . Employees learn the importance of providing equity and inclusion service to all of our campuses and regional learning centers . In addition to those elements , our on-boarding program includes Culture 101 , a learning plan to guide employees ’ professional development for their first year / s of employment ( one-year plan for full-time employees ; four-year plan for part-time employees ). Our Culture 101 element includes eight sessions designed to promote and strengthen employees within our culture .
Diversity Electives
NWTC currently has approximately 31 diversity and cultural awareness programs offered and supported through Talent Development . These sessions offer faculty and staff a chance to learn more about veterans , disabilities , global issues , and current equity-related matters that impede the growth of ourselves and our students . Members of the Diversity Team have developed a tentative diversity plan for offering electives related to social justice , Lesbian , Gay , Bisexual , Transgender and Questioning ( LGBTQ ) issues , disability , culture , generational differences , and other topics to help our employees understand the populations they work with and serve . The sessions will also be offered to our students to build a more understanding and inclusive community .
Professional Development / Experiential Learning
Employees are encouraged to personalize and design their continuous growth , development , and life-long learning experiences . Talent Development consultants are on site to partner with employees and provide them with resources , guidance , learning opportunities , and experiences that could include department job shadowing , cross-functional training , charter team collaboration , international programs , conferences , community involvement , mentorship , stretch / challenge assignments , self-study , and more .
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