ArcU
Practical training for powerful programs, backed by experience.
ArcU, the internal training division of Arc Experience, has trained thousands of professionals to succeed in the challenging and joyful work of after school.
We have deep expertise in best practices for
- classroom management,
- youth behavior management,
- supervision in an educational setting
- building solid relationships for maximum performance.
ArcU’s highly experienced trainers have firsthand experience in after-school programs having held positions in site leadership themselves. The team knows what works (and what doesn’t) in the sometimes chaotic out-of-school setting. Our trainers hold certifications from nationally recognized organizations that validate their expertise.
Training Topics
MAIN THEMES
- Safety and Supervision
- Behavior Management
- Leadership
- Program Quality
- Inclusion
POPULAR SERIES AND WORKSHOPS
- Little Learning, Big Ideas: Integrating TK into After School
- School's Out! How to Prevent Burnout
- Sure Start: Onboarding Youth Workers for Impact
- Empathy in Action: Building Supportive Youth Spaces
- Staying in Control: Passionate Behavior Management
- Program Safety Basics: Line of Sight, Safe Transitions, and Proper Reporting
Our Approach
Our methods have improved our own performance in the last three years:
- We've lowered our 30-day turnover by one third.
- We've increased the tenure of Site Coordinators by 14%.
- CA Quality Standards ratings have improved by 31% since 2023.
- Paperwork compliance improved by 23% in the last year.
- Admin ratings have steadily increased each year since 2022.
Every ArcU training program incorporates:
- Interactive sessions that emphasize participation over passive listening
- Vibrant material with take-home guides, visual aids, and group activities that reinforce learning
- Customized learning approaches that cater to different styles of learning, whether visual, hands-on, or discussion-based
- Continuous checks for understanding to ensure
key concepts are absorbed - Pre- and post-session knowledge tests that show immediate results
- Time devoted to discussing change management so that learnings can be brought back to the attendee’s organization