Jessica Johnson

From Dr. Becky Bailey’s Conscious Discipline training on “Responding to Anger and Rage”, we will look at intense emotions requiring an equally intense focus on healing. This training is designed to empower you with wisdom and skills for responding to the most challenging behaviors that come from Anger and Rage.   Presenter: Shannon Kiggen, Behavior Support […]

Participants will develop an understanding of developmentally appropriate activity planning based on group and individual needs of the younger preschool children in their care. We will review the developmental stages of cognitive, social-emotional, physical development, communication and play of older preschoolers (4s).   Presenter: Jessica Johnson, Early Childhood Program Consultant   Credit: 2 hours   Questions Contact: Jessica […]

STEAM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. This session will explore ideas for incorporating each of these disciplines into a preschool curriculum. Participants will experience hands-on activities that can be easily implemented in their classrooms! In addition, ideas for making connections from Museum exhibits to curriculum objectives will be discussed.   […]

Job stress among early childhood educators continues to be a concern at the national level. When educators are not able to cope with continuous changes and increased demands, they may not be able to provide the quality teaching and learning experiences expected of them. One way to help educators overcome stress and burnout is to […]

Participants will learn about allergies and common allergens, how to reduce the risk of developing allergies and reduce exposure to allergens, to recognize signs and symptoms of severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, become familiar with proper storage and use of epinephrine auto-injectors, how to follow emergency follow up procedures and about required documentation. Presenter: Patricia […]

Anyone caring for infants (12 months old or younger) in a center or a home must place babies on their backs to sleep and must participate in this required training that focuses on safe sleep practices. Included will be an overview of what we know about SIDS; the procedures that need to be consistently practiced […]

Infant, Child, Adult CPR and AED use will be covered in this 4.5 hour training. This training will also cover First Aid. Participants will receive a card from the American Heart Association upon successful completion of the course. Cost: $65.00 Questions contact: Jessica Johnson 828-698-0674 x 160 [email protected] *Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the […]

Training developed by the North Carolina Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center covering prevention of unintentional injuries in child care. Participants will learn about unintentional injury prevention and North Carolina child care rules regarding reporting if incidents occur in child care. Additionally, participants will learn how to recognize the signs of when to seek […]

This training event has been cancelled.   Through observation of high quality learning experiences you will have opportunities to reflect on why using NC FELD is essential for every child in your care. During this course we will introduce and review the origin and purpose of the North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development […]