Pedagogical Leadership Strategies for Multi-Site Programs, by Debbi Sluys, RECE
Sponsored by Storypark. Directing a multi-site organization requires a level of leadership sophistication which comes from courage, daily habits of positive action, self-awareness, keen listening skills and a visionary outlook. When the leader views the multi-site organization from an asset-based perspective, they will attract more positive outcomes. This engaging webinar, presented by experienced Canadian child care Executive, and personal development and culture consultant, Debbi Sluys,[…] Full Description
Executive Function and Language Development: Unpacking the Science and Exploring New Findings, by Lisa Guernsey
Sponsored by Tools of the Mind. It is no secret among seasoned early childhood teachers that children who thrive are those who are able to articulate their needs, have the ability to regulate their emotions, and can focus their attention on a task. Now, findings from new research studies are not only backing up that intuition, but they are providing teachers and child care staff[…] Full Description
Children’s Lively Minds: Deb Curtis & Nadia Jaboneta Share Insights About Schema Theory
Sponsored by Redleaf Press. Jean Piaget described a schema as a thread of thought which is demonstrated by repeated patterns in children’s play and suggested that children’s play is a reflection of deeper, internal and specifically directed thoughts. When children explore schemas, they build understandings of abstract ideas, patterns, and concepts. Children are keen observers, able to see the smallest details and possibilities in the[…] Full Description
Moving Beyond Multicultural Education: Promoting Equity in Early Childhood Education, by Jen Neitzel and Ebonyse Mead
Sponsored by Early Childhood Investigations Consultants Directory. Although we often think of educational equity as being exclusive to K-12 settings, research indicates that about half of the test score gap between Black and White students is already evident when children enter kindergarten. Just stop and think about that! BEFORE children even enter “formal” schooling, they suffer from inequity. These findings are important because they suggest[…] Full Description
4 Easy Steps That Will FLIP Challenging Behavior in Your Early Childhood Program, by Rachel Wagner, MSW
Sponsored by Devereux Center for Resilient Children. Working with children who exhibit challenging behavior is no easy task! While there are hundreds of popular strategies and methods that promise to help reduce challenging behaviors, very few are as simple as the four common-sense steps our presenter, Rachel Wagner, will present in this powerful webinar Join us to learn new skills to help young children (ages 3-8)[…] Full Description
One Chance for a 1st Impression: How small changes can have a BIG impact on enrollment, by Jared Hall and Carol Levins
Sponsored by Intellikid Systems If you are an early childhood program Director or leader who must ensure full enrollment, you know you only get one chance to make a first impression. Whether that first impression is on the phone, over email, or in person, prospective families form critical opinions about programs almost immediately. Join this enlightening webinar by enrollment expert Jared Hall and Carol Levins.[…] Full Description
Leadership Strategies for ECE Directors that Motivate, Guide, and Engage ECE Teachers, by Susan MacDonald
Sponsored by Storypark In this engaging webinar author and leadership expert Susan MacDonald will share key strategies that you, as a program leader, can use to inspire staff members to be fully committed to their own professional growth and development. The presentation will center around these fundamental questions: How do I motivate and inspire teachers to grow and develop? How can I infuse positive energy[…] Full Description
Pathways to Nature-Based Play: There Is One for You! by Kay Albrecht, Ph.D., Halcyon Reese-Learned and Sharon Young
Sponsored by Nature Explore. Nature-Based Play is all the rage these days. The list of documented benefits that can accrue to children, teachers, families, programs, and from having myriad engaging outdoor experiences is growing longer as this trend spreads into the educational mainstream. If you want to explore where you might fit in this movement and consider myriad ways to expand the role it plays[…] Full Description
Build a Culture of Family Engagement Through Responsive Communication, by Mary Muhs
This session is sponsored by The InvestiGator Club. Working with parents and families can be a challenge, especially when there are contradictory expectations. It can also be a joyful experience where engaging, life-long relationships are developed and cherished. In this engaging session, author, thought leader and professor, Mary Muhs, will explore family child care, center-based and school-based early childhood programs, can take a new look[…] Full Description
10 Simple Management Strategies That Bring Positive Changes to Your Early Childhood Program, by Caroline Jens
Sponsored by Smartcare As a program director, continuous quality improvement is probably among your priorities. There is power and energy that comes from making minor adjustments which in turn, bring you and your organization huge changes. Join this powerful this powerful webinar, by early childhood management expert, Caroline Jens, learn ten simple strategies ignite your program’s focus. You will learn how: Praise turns into[…] Full Description
