From Industry Pro to Classroom Leader – Start Your Journey with Trades2Trainer
Don’t just play — unlock your potential.
Trades2Trainer is a professional development system designed to support new and nearly new CTE teachers—especially those transitioning from the trades into education. Built by TCE Consulting’s Brian Rick and JoAnna Sullivan and powered by Ringorang’s habit-forming technology, this solution equips instructors with real-world tools, ready-to-use templates, and daily micro-coaching to build confidence, structure, and success.
Smarter training. Stronger teachers.
By combining real-world insight with science-backed habit formation, Trades2Trainer improves teacher retention, boosts student outcomes, and builds stronger CTE programs across the board.
Interactive
Built for teachers. Designed for impact.
Trades2Trainer delivers real-world, ready-to-use tools through a dynamic digital hub powered by Ringorang. With bite-sized coaching, customizable modules, and discussion boards, CTE educators get immediate support — anytime, anywhere.
Ideal for: New and nearly new CTE teachers, school districts, instructional coaches
Practical
Train like you teach — clear, focused, and repeatable.
This system blends mentorship, monthly training, and classroom-tested strategies in one platform. From classroom management to professional growth, educators build daily habits that stick.
Ideal for: Career transitioners, teacher prep programs, professional development leaders
Proven
Elevate educators. Improve outcomes.
Created by TCE Consulting and powered by Ringorang, Trades2Trainer helps increase teacher retention and student success. Track participation, identify support needs, and build long-term capacity through data-driven microlearning.
Ideal for: State departments of education, workforce boards, CTE program directors
ABOUT
A streamlined experience with 5 core modules and monthly Q&A office hours to support your transition into the classroom.
Includes:
Virtual intro session
5-module track
1 monthly office hour over 4 months
Offered 3x/year: Late Aug–Dec | Jan–Apr | May–Aug
Our complete 9-module program with additional support and accountability checkpoints.
Includes:
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Intro session
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All 9 modules
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2 monthly office hours over 8 months
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This package is not currently available. Add your name to our interest list, and we’ll notify you when it launches!
An immersive, bootcamp-style option combining virtual content with in-person application.
Includes:
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All online modules
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8 hours of in-person training over 2 days
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Day 1: Instructional foundation
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Day 2: Hands-on application, including sample lesson plan development
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5 hours of live coaching (per 10 participants)
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Travel costs billed separately
- 10 Person Minimum
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Educational Systems & Language
Understand key terms, systems, and structures in modern education. -
Initial Responsibilities & Understanding Students
Explore teacher responsibilities and the diverse needs of learners entering your classroom. -
Course & Unit Planning
Build a semester roadmap using our 18-week planner to meet curriculum goals and student needs. -
Classroom Management & Arrangement
Develop classroom flow and routines that support structure, safety, and engagement. -
Lesson Planning
Craft impactful lessons rooted in outcomes, engagement, and flexibility. -
Assessment
Evaluate student learning with data-driven, skill-aligned assessment strategies. -
Engagement Strategies
Deepen student connection through differentiated instruction, essential skills, questioning, and purposeful communication. -
Professional Expectations
Understand what it means to be a reflective educator—from evaluation processes to collaboration and leadership.
(Bridge Module)
Engaging Families and Communities
Learn best practices for building partnerships that enhance student support and program visibility.
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Engaging Professional Communities
Position yourself within a network of CTE professionals to sustain growth and excellence in your teaching practice.
Real Teaching. Real Tools. Real Fast
Bring real-world teaching tools to your team — and transform tradespeople into confident, classroom-ready instructors.
