Program Endurance: 3 Keys to Retaining Staff & Families, by Beth Cannon
Sponsored by LineLeader Employee and family turnover can take a toll on both your mental and physical health, as well as the financial health of your childcare organization. Do you have a staff or family retention strategy? If not, you’re probably losing valuable employees and enrollments. Fortunately, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel because planning for retention isn’t rocket science! Learn[…] Full Description
Anxiety in Preschool Children: Identifying and supporting anxious young learners, by Dr. Sarah Taylor Vanover
Sponsored by Brookes Publishing Anxiety rates are skyrocketing among young learners—and their teachers urgently need explicit guidance on how to understand and support these children. This webinar, presented by author and child care advocate, Dr. Sarah Vanover, will prepare you to recognize anxiety in children ages 3–8, identify the associated behaviors, and work effectively with children who have symptoms of anxiety. You will learn different[…] Full Description
Strategies to Help Every Child Fly in Inclusive Early Childhood Classrooms and Programs, by Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D. and Jani Kozlowski, M.A.
It was produced in partnership with Equity Research Action Coalition at UNC Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute. We believe that by building secure relationships and trust with children and families, educators can facilitate a culture of belonging, caring, and kindness. Join acclaimed early childhood education researcher and author Iheoma U. Iruka, Ph.D., and early childhood disabilities and child development expert Jani Kozlowski, M.A.,[…] Full Description
The Power of Adult Play for ECE Professionals, by Miriam Beloglovsky, M.A.
Sponsored by ChildCare Education Institute Play is not just for children! The benefits of play are just as powerful for adults. In fact, research shows adult play enhances creativity, lessens stress, and enhances learning. Taking the time to focus on play can alleviate stress and relieve the exhaustion we often experience as early childhood educators. You know her as the loose parts play expert and[…] Full Description
From Staff Manager to Inspiring Leader, by Evelyn Knight
Sponsored by Procare Do you look at great leaders and wonder what sets them apart from the rest? The answer is simple, they lead. Great leaders do not simply manage employees, they empower and inspire. Becoming a great leader that people want to follow requires simple traits and habits that anyone leading a team can learn. Join experienced early childhood program expert and motivational speaker,[…] Full Description
Building Confidence and Resilience Skills in Young Children, Claire Goss, M.A.
Sponsored by Bright Horizons Facing challenges, small and large, is part of everyone’s life. While children are born with an innate level of resilience, caregivers can do so much to strengthen this set of critical life-long skills. In fact, according to the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University, the most common factor for children who show resilience is having at least one nurturing[…] Full Description
Preschool Democracy: Teaching Young Children Five Democratic Life Skills, Dan Gartrell, Ed.D.
You don’t often hear the word “democratic” when thinking about young children in preschool. But in fact, everything you do (or do not do) in your early learning program can impact children’s ability to become dynamic problem solvers who engage with others well and otherwise participate in democratic society. As you guide children (in a safe and democratic classroom environment) to build relationships, regulate their[…] Full Description
Exploring Beautiful Stuff: Loose Parts, Nature, and Art in Your ECE Classroom, by Cathy Weisman Topal
Sponsored by ChildCare Education Institute Exploring found materials and making meaningful experiences from them: what could be more intriguing for young children and their teachers? Cathy Weisman Topal, author, artist, art educator, and co-author with Lella Gandini of Beautiful Stuff! Learning with Found Materials, and Beautiful Stuff from Nature, will share stories of how teacher’s observations of their group of children interacting with nature became[…] Full Description
5 Key Tips to Improve Child Care Registration, by Lisa Henkel, CFE and Teddy Hook
Sponsored by LineLeader Tired of manual registration tasks that take longer than they should? Unfortunately, registration can be one of the most tedious and time-consuming processes in childcare administration – for you, your staff, and your families. Fortunately, there’s a better way! Modern digital registration tools are easier to use than ever before and since 40% of today’s parents prefer self-service, online registration is a[…] Full Description
Gossip Be Gone! Strategies for Building Positive Strengths-Based Teams, by Susan MacDonald
Sponsored by Inspiring New Perspectives. Children thrive in environments where the adults model positive relationships and create communities based on trust and respect. In this exciting webinar, presented by early childhood leadership experts, Susan MacDonald, will explore strategies for eliminating gossip and enhancing your professional communication skills with coworkers, parents, and administrators. Susan will also expand your knowledge of the Appreciative Inquiry strategies and positive[…] Full Description
