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September 2021
Introduction to the Environment Rating Scale (Virtual)
This one-hour training is for programs who will be going through the Environment Rating Scale assessment (ERS) or for anyone who wants to learn about the Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale (ITERS), the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS), or the Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale (FCCERS) in order to improve their quality of care. The training will focus on learning the basics of the scales: the differences between ITERS, ECERS, and FCCERS, understanding the structure of the scales, and…
Find out more »Partnering with Families to Address Challenging Behaviors: We are all in this together!
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 the child! Participants will learn how to set the stage for and successfully conduct these difficult conversations with parents. Presented by: Ann Carter and Betsy…
Find out more »Child Care Director’s and Owners Forum
This forum is for child care directors, child care owners, and family child care home providers in Chatham County. We will discuss your current challenges and priorities, and plan for anticipated incoming funding to support child care providers. Discussion topics include: the change from operational grants to stabilization grants, other funding possibilities (American rescue plan, state budget increases, other federal investments) and what the Partnership's role will be in getting these funds to local child care business. Join us so…
Find out more »October 2021
ASHI Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid October (In person)
The CPR and First Aid class is a video-based and hands-on class. Students will learn the skills needed to respond to an emergency situation until emergency services arrive. In the CPR class, participants will also learn how to perform CPR and use an AED in case of an emergency. This class includes adult, child and infant CPR and what to do when the heart stops. Presented by: Ed Bunker Location: DSS Conference Room, 102 Camp Dr. Pittsboro, Drive to the…
Find out more »How are You? How am I? (Virtual)
Most preschool teachers are diligent about introducing their students to a large variety of literature and pre-literacy activities. But emotional literacy - the ability to identify, understand and respond to emotions in yourself and others in a healthier manner - is even more basic to school readiness. We'll examine the many benefits to children who gain a strong foundation in emotional literacy, explore simple in which you can foster emotional literacy in your classroom, and share some excellent resources for…
Find out more »Materials and Activities Part 1 (Virtual)
In this two part training series participants will learn what toys and equipment to include in each learning center based on the way materials are assessed in the Environment Rating Scales. We will also focus on why the specific materials are important to children's development and how teachers can use these to promote children's learning and developmental growth. At the end of each workshop, child care staff will be ready to accurately inventory their classroom and make adjustments to their…
Find out more »November 2021
Play Games and Learn Math (Virtual)
In this training, participants will learn about teaching early math concepts such as patterns, measurement, spatial concepts, and collecting data. You will learn why these concepts are important and how to teach them in a developmentally appropriate way. You will learn how to make simple games and activities and how to incorporate math into all learning centers. Some math games and materials will be given away at the end of the training. Presented by: Meredith Williams DCDEE Credit Hours: 2.0…
Find out more »ASHI Pediatric CPR, AED, and First Aid November (in-person)
The CPR and First Aid class is a video-based and hands-on class. Students will learn the skills needed to respond to an emergency situation until emergency services arrive. In the CPR class, participants will also learn how to perform CPR and use an AED in case of an emergency. This class includes adult, child and infant CPR and what to do when the heart stops. Presented by: Ed Bunker Location: DSS Conference Room, 102 Camp Dr. Pittsboro, Drive to the…
Find out more »ITS SIDS November 11th (Virtual)
This training gives child care providers an overview of SIDS, identifies the risk factors and describes ways to reduce the risk of SIDS in childcare. Participants will review information about when and how to use the approved waivers, how to best place a baby in a bed to sleep, and other “best practice” recommendations. During the workshop, participants will get the needed information to create a Safe Sleep Policy, updated research about SIDS, and local health and safety resources. Presented…
Find out more »Materials and Activities Part 2 (Virtual)
In this two part training series participants will learn what toys and equipment to include in each learning center based on the way materials are assessed in the Environment Rating Scales. We will also focus on why the specific materials are important to children's development and how teachers can use them learning an to promote learning and growth. At the end of each workshop, child care staff will be ready to accurately inventory their classroom and make adjustments to their…
Find out more »If you have any questions, please contact Meredith at 919-542-7449 ext. 116 or training@chathamkids.org.