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WINSTON-SALEM, NC 27101
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Join us in developing early number sense with young children in this fun creative training that teaches easy sidewalk or (ground) number sense strategies to help make early math knowledge a whole new adventure. Alanna Hege, 2 Hours Face to Face Training Cost $5.00
During this session, participants will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of healthy social emotional development in young children, factors that influence behaviors, and causes of challenging behaviors in young children. A variety of activities will help participants understand each component of the Pyramid Model and how it can be used to promote healthy […]
Lesson Plans don’t have to be repeats of overused topics. We will learn to individualize and enhance our lesson plans with a new perspective. Vicki West 2 Hours Face to Face Training Cost: $5.00
The Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) in Child Care Training provides early educators with information and tools to prepare for many types of emergencies. The EPR in Child Care Training addresses new NC Child Care Rules on emergency preparedness, current best practice recommendations, and guidance on completing the online EPR Plan. The EPR Plan template […]
This workshop will focus on difficult behaviors in the classroom. Participants will have a chance to discuss the frustrating behaviors they face in their classroom, and explore techniques and resources for supporting social emotional development and addressing challenging behavior. Cherie White, Behavior Specialist, Child Care Resource Center Region 10 2 hours face to face Cost $5.00
During this time of uncertainty and anxiety come learn mindful techniques to calm the brain and self-regulate with the children in your classroom. Come be mindful with me! Gina Collins, 2 Hours Face to Face Training
Reimagine Transitions- Transitions don’t have to be the most difficult part of your day. We will learn how to teach social skills, build relationships and much more when reimagining transitions in the classroom. Vicki West, 2 hours Face to Face Training Smart Start of Davidson County
Lesson Planning and Linking to NCFELD 2 NIGHTS - The revised Foundations spans birth to age 5 and includes goals, developmental indicators, and strategies in five developmental domains: •Approaches to Play and Learning •Emotional and Social Development •Health and Physical Development •Language Development and Communication •Cognitive Development / This training will focus on the basics […]
Do you want to become an intentional teacher? Come learn how to select materials that reflect children’s interest, skills and cultures to enhance your learning environment. We will discover how to be spontaneous in those teachable moments and become more attentive to the children’s needs. Presenter; Gina Collins, Part 1 - 11.17.22 Part 2 - […]
With one hour homework. To help gain a deeper understanding of children’s language development and its relationship to their thinking, to learn more ways to encourage conversation and support children’s vocabulary development, acquire strategies for developing children’s listening and speaking skills throughout the day and examine ways to promote children’s language and thinking through good […]
It starts with crying, cooing, and babbling, and then you finally hear it, their first words! Sharing those language milestone moments can be some of our best experiences as infant […]
When a child uses challenging behaviors at school, parents and teachers need to work together to address the issue. However, when discussing behavior problems parents often feel blamed by the teachers and teachers often feel unsupported by the parents. This session focuses on developing strategies and skills to make these conversations more productive for everyone…especially […]
Offers positive solutions- from expectations, the environment, the instructional approaches and discipline methods – to policies regarding school readiness and special education. Come learn ideas, recommendations and best practices that […]
Join us as we take visuals to the next step by creating living working resources that improve classroom management, increase problem solving skills and reduces behavioral issues. Presenter: Alanna Hege and Vicki West Cost: $10.00 Credit: 2 DCDEE hrs. CLICK HERE- REGISTER FORM Instructions: Advance payment is required. Checks or Money orders only; please make payable to […]
Stress is a fact of life, no matter your age. Some stress is good for us – it keeps us attentive, sharp, productive, and learning. But Toxic Stress affects brain development and learning in young children, and can have long-lasting effects. This session will help participants define stress responses and understand the difference between “tolerable” […]
We all have our own way of adapting and responding to the world around us. Are you distractible or persistent, sensitive or easy going? These characteristics describe temperament. During this workshop, we will learn about nine temperament traits and three large categories used to describe most infants and toddlers. Strategies on how to care for […]
Find out how to prevent fires and the correct course of action to take in case of a fire Presenter: Shane Draughn Cost: $10.00 Credit: 1.5 DCDEE hrs. CLICK HERE- REGISTER FORM Pay trainer night of training: Check or money order ONLY to Shane Draughn. Instructions: Advance payment is required. Checks or Money orders only; please make payable […]
Come find out How to score the ERS and what is needed in each center. Great for new teachers who need or those that need a refresher on how to score. Class is limited to 25 participants. Sign up Early. Presenter: Gina Collins and Alanna Hege Cost: $5.00 Credit: 2 DCDEE hrs. CLICK HERE- REGISTER […]
Meets DCDEE safe sleep training for teachers and/or administrators while working with infants. Participants will learn about best practices and receive information how to create a safe sleep policy, how to use waivers, hear updated research about SIDS, and local health and safety resources as well as learn what to do if you come upon […]
n this workshop, participants will: gain a deeper understanding of children’s language development and its relationship to their thinking; learn more ways to encourage and support children’s vocabulary development; acquire strategies for developing children’s listening and speaking skills throughout the day; and examine ways to promote children’s language and thinking through good literature. Applicable for NCPK […]
This training is for Directors of Child Care Centers or Homes. Just like a child, a child care business needs nurturing to grow strong and survive. Providers need strong business skills to make program improvements, reduce staff turnover, and provide quality care. Self-Help’s Child Care Business Basics Course teaches child care providers business fundamentals for […]
Meets DCDEE safe sleep training for teachers and/or administrators while working with infants. Participants will learn about best practices and receive information how to create a safe sleep policy, how to use waivers, hear updated research about SIDS, and local health and safety resources as well as learn what to do if you come upon […]
This is a 5-hour course designed to provide participants with an introduction to Foundations, North Carolina’s new Early Learning & Development. Must attend both sessions in order to receive credit. The revised Foundations spans birth to age 5 and includes goals, developmental indicators, and strategies in five developmental domains: Approaches to Play and Learning Emotional […]
Part 1 of 2: CPR Participants will learn CPR skills to save someone's life. You will learn CPR for Victims of all ages and will practice CPR Skills. You will learn how to use an external defibrillator (AED) and how to relieve choking (foreign body air obstruction). The skills in this course will enable you […]
The new Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) in Child Care Training provides early educators with information and tools to prepare for many types of emergencies. The EPR in Child Care Training addresses new NC Child Care Rules on emergency preparedness, current best practice recommendations, and guidance on completing the online EPR Plan. The EPR Plan […]
