Early Educator Training 2022-2023 All events are free and will be in person unless otherwise noted. Masks are optional. DCDEE credit hours will be awarded for participation. We are still working out the details, however take note of our offerings and check back soon for specific dates and registration information. Follow us on social media for updates.
September 15, 2022
Reducing Power Struggles in the Classroom
(2 contact hours of DCDEE credit)
presented by: Courtney Barrett, Tangia Dickenson, Robin Lewis and Rosmond Martin
October 6, 2022
6:00-7:30pm
Building Strong Family and Professional Partnerships
(1.5 hours of DCDEE credit)
presented by: Parks Engstrom and Mary Jordan
November 3, 2022
6:00-7:30
A Day In the Life: Enhancing Classroom Management by Imbedding Social/Emotional Development Into Daily Routines
(1.5 hours of DCDEE credit)
presented: by Parks Engstrom
Handouts:
https://bringingoutthebest.uncg.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/transitions-for-young-children.pdf
https://bringingoutthebest.uncg.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Routine-base-support-guide.pdf
January 26, 2023
6:00-7:30pm
**This is a VIRTUAL event**
Transition Tips and Tricks
presented by: Parks Engstrom
Attendees will troubleshoot common transitions challenges and will be provided strategies to help smooth transitions between activities throughout the childcare day. Presenters will highlight helpful interventions that can be included during transitions to address challenging behavior.
registration link:
https://uncg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAsdOGgrTgoG9R2x_X6JsZ5k_3HqsdkyG5M
February 2, 2023
6:00-7:30pm
It’s Time for Kindergarten; Tips for Preparing children for Transition to Kindergarten
(1.5 hours of DCDEE credit)
presented by: Janet Howard
Participants will learn that kindergarten is not just about knowing colors, numbers and how to write. Having appropriate social skills and understanding emotion are crucial skills for succeeding in kindergarten and going forward. They will learn what skills need to be honed to set a solid base for learning the academic things.
location:
Jamestown Presbyterian Church
1804 Guilford College Rd, Jamestown, NC
registration link:
March 14, 2023
6:00-7:30pm
**This is a VIRTUAL event**
The Power of Praise
presented by: Parks Engstrom and Mary Jordan
We will explore common beliefs practitioners often have about using praise in their classrooms. Presenters will highlight key points to consider when using praise to increase desired behaviors as well as how to utilize praise as a targeted intervention for children with challenging behaviors.
registration link:
https://uncg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwlc-2trz8oG9E-BPTIpnYJ7mT8Nqn8YJLQ
May 4, 2023
6:00-7:30pm
The Classroom Environment and the Teacher/Child Relationship
(1.5 hours of DCDEE credit)
presented by: Mary Jordan
This training will explore elements on how to create emotionally supportive classroom environments. Participants will leave with ideas on how to examine, evaluate and use their own learning environments as a social/emotional teaching tool.
location:
Starmount Presbyterian Church
3501 W. Market Street, Greensboro
registration link:
