Train the Trainers

Train the Trainers is a program that identifies experienced and passionate individuals who have a desire to equip and prepare young people and adults for the world of work.  TGTs are independent contractors with Training Grounds that are placed at various training sites implementing Training Grounds comprehensive curriculum.  TGTs are identified, screened and trained to be not only trainers but change agents.

"I believe that as adults we sometimes concentrate on what a child will become, and we disregard who they are now, at the present time. Becoming a Training Grounds trainer allows me to meet the youth where they are. Training Grounds provides vast learning experiences which contribute to the creation of a networking framework of growth and hope, for the participants and their families. Through these experiences, lives are changed. We may not be able to see the fruits of our labor, now ; but the seeds are planted. I am blessed to be a facilitator of growth and change."

Daiquiri Anderson

How do I become a TGT with Training Grounds?

All interested participants in becoming a TGT must complete the following:

• Complete & submit a TGT application along with your resume and three personal references
• Attend a Train the Trainers orientation
• Complete a background check
• Attend three workshops
• Shadow chief trainer
• Conduct a mock training session in which he/she will be evaluated

What are my responsibilities as a TGT?

TGTs are trainers, teachers, leaders and administrators in their classroom.  TGT’s are responsible for delivering the assigned curriculum as well as managing their classroom.  It is the responsibility of the TGT to take attendance, evaluate the participants and work with the staff of Training Grounds to ensure that program participants have a positive and beneficial experience. 

What kind of experience do I need in order to become a TGT?

We desire our TGTs to have experience working with or volunteering with our targeted demographic – young people and/or hard-to-serve adults.  We desire our TGTs to have experience conducting training sessions or teaching experience.  And if you don’t have experience with training or teaching you must be able to speak in front of an audience.  Most importantly you need to have a passion for people in distressed communities.

What kind of time commitment is required of TGTs?

Each partner site has different needs.  Some training sites might require TGTs that can conduct training sessions in the evening while some might require training sessions conducted during the day time. 

Additionally we ask that TGTs sign a year commitment with Training Grounds.  It is important that there is a consistency of trainers assigned to our partner sites. 

Are TGTs paid?

Yes TGTs are paid positions. 

How do I learn more about becoming a TGT?

If you are interested in becoming a TGT please complete & email the Train the Trainers application (PDF) and someone from Training Grounds will follow-up with you directly.

"The reason I became a trainer at Training Grounds is simple. Training Grounds is one of the only organizations that uses out of the box techniques to convey the importance of change - change of mind set, change of the way to go about one’s so-called “regular life”, and change from street mentality, to corporate professionalism.  We are faced with a group of young people who have their own language, and their own logic as to how things are supposed to be. Training Grounds is the bridge between misunderstood young people with potential and young professionals who can adapt in the corporate setting without losing the core of who they are."  
 
Jonathan Harris