Implementing Emergent Curriculum: During this training, directors, teachers, and family childcare will learn the history and basics of the emergent curriculum philosophy and how to implement it in their classroom and across their early learning program. Participants will learn about the history of emergent curriculum, how it supports developmentally appropriate practice, and practical considerations for […]
Autism and Developmental Delays: Developmental delay occurs when a child fails to reach milestones on time, whereas autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that may cause delays but also affects learning and behavior in distinct ways. Identifying autism solely through missed milestones can be misleading. Early recognition and intervention, including behavioral, educational, and family therapies, are […]
Autismo y retraso en el desarrollo: El retraso en el desarrollo ocurre cuando un niño no alcanza los hitos esperados a tiempo, mientras que el autismo es un trastorno del neurodesarrollo que puede causar retrasos, pero también afecta el aprendizaje y el comportamiento de manera diferente. Identificar el autismo únicamente por hitos no alcanzados puede […]
Everyone Leads: This training provides participants with the opportunity to explore personality and communication. Participants will review personality types and discuss strategies to improve communication and understanding between differing personality types in the workplace. After working in large and small groups participants will be able to identify communication needs of your early learning team to […]
Learn the FLIP-IT strategy as one behavior guidance resource to help children learn about and manage feelings in ways
Learn the FLIP-IT strategy as one behavior guidance resource to help children learn about and manage feelings in ways
Enhancing Family Partnerships: “Parent involvement in education is crucial. No matter their income or background, students with involved parents are more likely to have higher grades and test scores, attend school regularly, have better social skills, show improved behavior, and adapt well to school.” National Coalition for Parent Involvement in education. 2006. Research Review and […]
Calming Connections: De-escalation Strategies for Child Care Providers: In this interactive and practical workshop, child care providers will learn effective strategies for de-escalating challenging behaviors and fostering calm, positive connections with young children. By understanding the root causes of frustration and distress, participants will gain tools to prevent conflicts before they arise, as well as […]
Calming Connections: De-escalation Strategies for Child Care Providers: In this interactive and practical workshop, child care providers will learn effective strategies for de-escalating challenging behaviors and fostering calm, positive connections with young children. By understanding the root causes of frustration and distress, participants will gain tools to prevent conflicts before they arise, as well as […]
Best Practices Series Session 1 - Introduction to Best Practices: Interactions: This session will introduce best practices for teachers interacting with children individually, in groups, and among their peers. We will look at interactions that promote self-regulation and provide proactive tips to use every day. We will discuss interacting with children outside, both verbally and […]
Learn the FLIP-IT strategy as one behavior guidance resource to help children learn about and manage feelings in ways
Learn the FLIP-IT strategy as one behavior guidance resource to help children learn about and manage feelings in ways