Are you having trouble meeting educators, inviting then into your development process, finding beta-testers for your teacher-focused technology innovation? This meetup group's purpose is to brainstorm how to overcome these challenges, and the main activity will be a series of a focus groups in which we'll invite teachers and technologists to provide feedback on new ideas and products developed by entrepreneurs that are designed to support educators engaged in e-learning.

A business network for independent music teachers in NYC. The mission is to empower individuals with resources and support to build successful private teaching studios. A meeting ground to share practices, tips, and ideas. Membership benefits include professional development and networking opportunities.

Ar you like me? As a teacher with generous vaction time, I  am often the only one of my friends who has the time to travel at length, and more often than not I wind up traveling by myself because friends' schedules won't permit them joining me. Wouldn't it be great to find a network of fun, adventurous people in the area (not just other teachers!) who want to make the most of their time off by traveling to faraway lands, and who would like to hook up with travel buddies that have a similar adven …

This is a on-line forum for the teachers and parents of Viaquenti Preshcool to share inforamation and ask questions.

This group is for any and all those involved in the education of children: teachers, assistants, social workers, guidance counselors, administrators, etc. This group has two goals; one, to put people with similiar experiences together to network, vent, hang out, share stories and get great advice. The other goals is to have a reason to visit some cool places in the city! All educators are welcome to join and have fun with us. Hope to see you soon!

This group is aimed at science teachers and people interested in or involved in science and science education. The Chemistry Teachers Club of New York and The Physics Teachers Club of New York share a monthly meeting. Both organizations are over 100 years old. You may attend meetings for free AND we hope you will join one or both of the clubs.  Annual membership fee for each club is only $15.  Information about joining either club is available at the meetings.

Teach to Excel Foundation, Ltd. (TTE) is a non-profit organization formed to improve professional capability of teachers/educators and to improve student education and career goals. The Teach to Excel Foundation, Ltd. (TTE) mission is to build teacher and leader capacity through high quality professional development and promotion of positive youth development in low-income communities to improve student outcomes. The TTE vision is that every student in high need, low-income, poverty schools and …

Greetings!  As ESL teachers, we are often the only ESL representatives within our schools.  That can be a bit daunting at times.  Regardless of whether you are the only ESL teacher, or you are one of many, I believe that we can learn a great deal from one another.  So, that being said, let's get involved and create a wonderful community of amazing ESL educators!

NuSkool is a new Ed Tech Startup devoted to Real Life Learning. NuSkool specializes in using Popular Culture to enhance learning both inside and outside of the classroom. This meetup is for anyone working with youth in a teaching setting and would like to discuss effective strategies for student engagement. Every session we do a quick demo of the NuSkool platform and offer suggestions on how to integrate popular youth culture into your curriculum to create a student-centered learning environment …

Skillshare is a community marketplace to learn anything from anyone. We believe that everyone has something they want to learn and something they can teach to others. This means our communities are really the greatest universities. Our platform helps make the exchange of knowledge easy, enriching, and fun. This group is for anyone who is currently teaching or thinking about teaching a class via http://skillshare.com. Have an idea for a class? Nervous about jumping on board? Want to learn from ex …

Every language for everyone. The internet gives us the potential to collaborate with each other regardless of distance, social position, or other historical barriers to language transmission. Our goal is to build new types of teaching materials that use the internet to open language instruction to everyone online. We meet up to learn how to make new materials, discuss our experiences, and meet some of the other people in our community. This is a community project started by the Wikiotics Fou …

Are you an educator (teacher, principal, dean, talent executive, superintendent and others) that wish you could pick up the phone (or email) and receive answers to your most pressing questions and challenges? EXPERTLY is a social venture that connects educators to the experts that help them make better, quicker, and more decisions that positively impact kids. At each Meetup someone on expert bench will share their insights on academic, policy, technology, finance, and talent issues that can help …

This is a group for dialogue, inspiration and action to protect our children from school related tragedies. The immediate focus is on safety. I started this group because in discussing the shooting in Connecticut, there were so many people who said "but what are we going to do?". I don't know the answer to that question at this moment, but I do know that there are people who care, who are inspired and who can share ideas with one another and with government to protect our children. Hoping to spa …

For info on weekly Wednesday classes 7pm-8:30 in Hoboken goto: http://meditationinnewyork.org/hoboken/ For info on weekly Sunday morning classes 11:30am-1pm in Jersey City goto: http://meditationinnewyork.org/sundays-jersey-city/ The meditation classes are suitable for both beginners and experienced meditators. Everyone is welcome. What happens at a class? At the beginning of each class the teacher will guide a gentle, relaxing meditation in which he or she will help us to develop a beneficial m …

Welcome to NYC Brainy Activities! Brainy Activities are group based toddler classes in New York City that is aimed to be affordable. We schedule convenient toddler classes all over NYC that you can choose to participate in according to you and your toddler's schedule and interest. How the group works: 1. We list a variety of classes and have parents take polls to see which classes have the most interest. 2. Then, we hire dance teachers, art teachers, music teachers, and sports coaches to conduc …

Welcome to LivingPowerfully Community! There has been a lot happening recently outside of the group as all organizers have been traveling for more intense trainings in practicums, workshops, and out of country seminars and it's time to bring it together, offer as much support and empowerment as we can with each other, and share in the enjoyment of life, creating the best we're able, together! There are a variety of choices we have to start some weekly / bi-weekly / or monthly meetups and I want …

Have you ever wanted to visit IKEA, Sam's Club, BJ's or Costco, but didn't have a car or the patience to schlep all your new goodies through the NYC subway system? Ever wanted to buy a microwave or piece of workout equipment, but couldn't because it would be too heavy to carry it in your arms for 10-20 blocks? Want to ride somewhere but don't have a driver's license? If you answered "Yes" to either question, then this group is for you! I will be sponsoring carefully coordinated shopping trips t …

SWW Photo Workshops (established in RI in 2009) provides an educational and practical, low cost venue for aspiring photographers, young or old, to learn basic techniques of approach and application of ideas in a variety of locations and learning situations. It is perfect for photographers that have experience, and knowledge of their Digital SLRs, who want to broaden their base of knowledge with a variety of workshops that include An Introduction to Photography, Alternative Lighting, The Intimate …

Brandon Gilbert was born in London, England and came to the United States at a very early age. He is a fashion photography icon in the fashion industry specializing in E-commerce, editorials and designer look-books. With 20 years of experience under his belt, Brandon Gilbert has skills unlike any other. His fully equipped duplex located off of Park Ave offers a state of the art studio with all amenities. It is perfectly located for both in studio photo shoots and outdoor scenic shots. He prides …

Come join me in classes and workshops, OR feel free to email message me for a complimentary strategy session! I'd like to organize once a month gatherings in City Hall park to discuss these practices and network with other teachers, activists, and healers. How can we support each others' visions and dreams, and raise group consciousness? Let's explore the possibilities... *Are you seeking to be happy, healthy, and FREE? *Do you want to strengthen your intuition and find greater flow and ease? * …

conversation, speaking and listening, writing, grammar, reading, exam preparation (TOEFL/TOEIC), interview practice, business emails, vocab/expressions, help with course work, presentation rehearsal, etc. We have fun classes, educational trips, exciting events, volunteer opportunities and even 1-on-1 tutoring. All members receive weekly papers that I have created based on years of teaching ESL. Members can ask questions and receive answers with thorough explanations. For useful expressions, go …

John: After nearly 30 years of mentoring countless men who wanted more out of their lives, I have decided to offer my experience as a retreat master to the meetup community of NYC. My goal for this group is to witness each other’s success in reaching for and living more joyful, peaceful, loving and rewarding lives. Through moderated group discussions, activities, & retreats, group members identify attitudes, beliefs, & habits that damage or hamper relationships with themselves and others. We can …

Wouldn't you like to know who you're looking at? Now you can -  by becoming a face reader. Face reading will improve your personal and professional relationships and give you real insight into a person's character, personality traits, strengths and weaknesses. Face reading can help you in every aspect of your life. In relationships and love, it can help you to identify your soul mate. In the workplace as an employer, to find the best person for the job and as a parent or child, to understand tho …

The purpose of this group is to meet in order to practice and further develop education and skill of American Sign Language, through structured sessions with teachers, workshops with ASL experts and regular social events. There are 2 separate groups that will meet every two weeks: Levels 1-3 and Levels 4-6+. Please contact the organizer if you are unsure what group you should attend. Social events will take place on the alternate weeks. Please see the group schedule for dates, locations, sub …

Mission: Formed in early May 2009, The Art Song Preservation Society of New York (ASPS) is dedicated to preserving and revitalizing the art song while simultaneously promoting the art song recital. Through pragmatic monthly workshop discussions, lectures, master class series, concert and recital performances, competitions, outreach programs and education for singers, accompanists and the broader public, ASPS plans to ensure that New York’s classical singers, accompanists and art song enthusiasts …

A monthly meetup group created for local spiritual aspirants who are interested in the profound teachings, research, and mysticism of Dr. David R. Hawkins. Spiritual aspirants of all roads of life, seekers from all paths, of all levels of interests are honored and welcome. We share experiences, information, and topics of interest on Dr. Hawkins’ latest books, satsangs. Come to learn from Dr. H's teachings and from one another! This is a community created to support and serve as an incubator for …

This is a social, business and performing group for serious artists, BOTH PROFESSIONAL AND NON-PROFESSIONAL, devoted to the craft of acting, writing, voice, movement and more...for FILM, TV and THEATER. The organizer is Jason Bennett, Runner-Up for BEST ACTING COACH in New York CIty in 2010 and Runner-Up for BOTH Scene Study Teacher AND Best Acting Coach in 2011! Jason Bennett is an acting and musical theater teacher and founder of "The Jason Bennett Actor's Workshop." The Meetup group is used, …

I've been waiting for 2012 now for a few years.  As we have approached this year, it certainly seems as though there have been massive changes:  financially, politically, religious, weather, natural disasters...and, it seems, an increase in the interest of spirituality. No one knows for certain what Dec 21, 2012 will bring, if anything. For those of you who are concerned that it is the end of the world...take heart...In a book called "The Secret History of the End of the World," it seems that …