Jessica Johnson

During this training, participants will examine how the environment influences children and their learning. The session will introduce three key components of effective learning environments and guide participants in assessing their classrooms to identify areas for improvement, as well as evaluating the resources needed to support meaningful changes.   Presenter: Roxanna Pepper, Early Childhood Program […]

This training includes an overview of inclusion for early educators. Participants will learn how to participate as active members in the child's support team, learn how to integrate a child's goals into daily routines, be able to explain why inclusive practices matter in early childhood, and learn how to support children with special health care […]

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 […]

Emotional literacy is identifying and understanding emotions in appropriate, healthy ways. Emotional literacy skills develop over time and - for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers - are a "work in progress." In fact, many of the challenging behaviors we see in young children are evidence of their development stages. In this session, we will explore what […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) in Child Care Training provides early educators with information and tools to prepare for many types of emergencies. The EPR in Child Care Training addresses NC Child Care Rules on emergency preparedness, current best practice recommendations, and guidance on completing the online EPR Plan. The EPR Plan template can […]

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 […]

Sometimes walking into an early childhood classroom can feel chaotic. There are so many little bodies moving throughout, but often only a teacher or two. Trying to figure out how to keep everyone happy and prevent undesirable behaviors can be such a challenge. In this training, we will be learning all about the nine temperament […]