April 4, 2012
Progress monitoring can be made simple and straightforward and have a big impact on improving outcomes for the children in your early childhood program. In this session you will learn the basics of progress monitoring and 5 simple steps to implement a progress monitoring approach that is easy to do, time efficient, and effective.
- Topics :
- Assessment, Teaching Practices
April 1, 2012
Do you worry that your actions as a child care administrator may encourage a parent to sue your program? This webinar will offer practical advice on how to reduce the risks of lawsuits. Two attorneys will help guide you through the legal maze to avoid illegal discrimination, maintain confidentiality, and establish policies and procedures to resolve conflicts.
- Topics :
- Legal, Management, Risk Management, Supervision
March 21, 2012
Finding and keeping the best, most motivated teachers is a constant challenge for most early childhood program Directors. Once you find them, it’s critical to do everything you can to keep them engaged and motivated. The presenter for this session, Julie Barkus, has made it her life’s work to help program administrators learn techniques to maintain a high level of staff engagement and motivation. Year[...] Full Description
- Topics :
- Management, Retention, Staff Development, Staffing, Supervision
March 7, 2012
Are you a child care director, administrator, or owner who struggles with using technology in your marketing to attract new families to your program? Join Kris Murray, President of Child Care Marketing Solutions, as she reveals proven strategies for how to effectively attract and enroll Millennial Moms in today's digital economy.
- Topics :
- Business, Enrollment, Growth Mindset, Management, Technology
February 8, 2012
Have you ever wondered where to turn for help when you are faced with the challenges of providing high-quality education and care for children with special needs? If you have ever sought practical answers, you may have experienced a frustrating void. Easter Seals to the rescue!
- Topics :
- Early Intervention, Equity, Inclusion, Special Needs
February 1, 2012
Soon after Ellen’s book Mind in the Making (MITM) was published in 2010, she found that groups were convening around the book in professional learning communities. Webinars and symposiums were being held, book clubs were forming, professional groups were studying the book to apply what they had learned, training was being offered, and Mind in the Making became the focus of conferences, websites, and chat groups.
- Topics :
- PLCs, Professional Development, Teaching Practices
January 18, 2012
New effective strategies can help you establish a "negativity free" zone in your program. A few simple-to-master steps will take you away from the realm of victims, back into the "can do" zone. Are you ready? Join us to learn 3 steps to clear the air and create a peaceful, positive environment.
- Topics :
- Management, Problem Solving, Staff Development, Supervision
January 11, 2012
Running a successful Board of Directors is not an easy job and it doesn't just happen. It takes time, effort and planning. An organization's success can be greatly enhanced or dramatically improved by the contributions of a fully functioning Board of Directors. Boards and Program Directors' who build strong partnerships are able to lead their organizations to higher levels of performance and overall program success.
- Topics :
- Board Development, Leadership, Management
December 14, 2011
Professional development is a big deal! It can cost a lot, is important for your staff, important to high quality early childhood
education - and your license, funding or accreditation may depend on it.
- Topics :
- Management, Staff Development
December 7, 2011
Join Fran Simon and Karen Nemeth, two early childhood educators who are also passionate about using social media in their work, for a webinar that will introduce you to surprising strategies and help you realize there's something for everyone in the social media sandbox.
- Topics :
- Management, Teaching Practices, Technology