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Professional Development and Continuing Education

ESD 112 offers professional development and continuing education classes for the PreK–Third Grade Community of professionals working with children and families. Topics address WA State Core Competencies for Early Learning Professionals and School Age Professionals. Classes are instructed by experts in the field who are Washington State approved trainers. Courses include the following topics:

Courses

Schedule of Classes

We are committed to supporting you by continuing to provide valuable PD opportunities virtually. Please contact Elvia Guerrero with any questions.

About: This 10-hour Conscious Discipline series will deepen your understanding of the array of behavior management strategies and classroom structures, teachers and families can use to turn everyday situations into learning opportunities. Through this evidence-based, trauma-informed approach, you will learn how to increase connections between adults and children and transform challenging situations into teachable moments.

When: 6:15-8:15 pm

Online: 4/11, 4/25, 5/16, 5/30, 6/13

In-person: 4/11, 4/25, 5/16, 5/30, 6/20

Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link will be sent to registered participants) OR in-person at ESD 112 Conference & Institute Center
Cost: FREE
Credits: 10 STARS Hours

Online with Jesi Sucku PdEnroller Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/154170

In-person with Carol Flynn PdEnroller Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/154312

About: After taking this training, participants will understand and apply strategies for building relationships and collaborating with families of infants and toddlers; understand and apply social-emotional learning practices in their work with infants and toddlers; and reflect on their own implicit biases while working to create anti-biased, anti-racist, and trauma-informed programs supporting infants and toddlers and their families

To earn a trauma-informed care award for completing this training, you must have an eligible job role confirmed or verified in MERIT and be employed by a subsidy provider. Awards are based on available funding

When: 4/22, 4/29, 5/13, 5/20 – 9:00 AM-12:30 PM

Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: FREE
Credits: 14 STARS Hours

Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/154166

About: Are you new to owning a family child care program or recently found yourself in a directorship of a center? Are you searching for support, understanding, resources and fellow community that understands the challenges you face every day in your work? This practical and reflective training explores just that! From practical suggestions and tried and true examples, participants will learn from and with each other the faceted work that is takes to be a director or owner of a child care business. Join us as we break down what it takes to lead successfully and confidently while making your program a great place to work.

When: 4/26, 5/24 from 1:00-2:00 PM

Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $5.00 per session
Credits: 1 STARS Hours per session

4/26 Registration: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/154171

5/24 Registration: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/154172

About: This training will focus on the book Courageous Leadership in Early Childhood Education: Taking a Stand for Social Justice, by Long, Souto-Manning, & Vasquez, editors. This training is mainly discussion based, with learners focusing on 2 chapters per session (to be determined by the group prior to each session). Participants will be asked to reflect on 4 questions during the 1st session to help me assess their comfort/knowledge/experience level in talking about social justice/equity issues; These questions are:

  • What are you looking for in this training series?
  • How can I help make this series meaningful for you?
  • Have you done any work on equity or social justice before now?
  • What is your comfort level about discussing topics of race, bias, and inequities?

My hope is that the group develops into a safe space to discuss issues of social justice for participants’ own personal development/growth, as well as in their professional roles in early learning environments.

Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00 per session*
Credits: 2 STARS Hours per session*

4/25 Registration Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147826

5/23 Registration Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147827

6/27 Registration Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/152955

About: The focus of this training will be to create welcoming environments for young children and families that identify as LGBTQ+. You will be given an overview of the various ways you might implement inclusive practices, acquire suitable terminology for people of all ages, and time to consider/reflect on your interactions and experiences with the LGBTQ+ community.

Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00 per session
Credits: 2 STARS Hours per session

Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147703

About: Join your colleagues for networking and establishment of a professional community of learners. Now in our 7th year, this training uses discussion and reflection, encouraging review of practices in an environment of shared ideas. Topics vary per session, guided by member experiences. This training program utilizes curriculum from Directors Toolbox (from McCormick Center for Early Childhood Leadership). We will look at what’s working, what supports directors need, and ongoing issues within the field of early childhood education.

When: 4/20 from 4:30-6:30 PM

Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00
Credits: 2 STARS Hours

Register Here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147787

About: In this training, teachers of infants and toddlers will learn fun ways to integrate literacy concepts into their daily routines.

When: 5/3 from 6:15-8:15 PM

Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00
Credits: 2 STARS Hours

Register Here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147801

About: FLIP IT! is a four-step supportive strategy to help young children learn about their feelings, gain self-control, and reduce challenging behavior. FLIP IT! teaches adults how to respond positively to everyday challenges and challenging behaviors in children ages 3 to 8.

When: 5/3, 5/13 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $30.00
Credits: 6 STARS Hours

Register Here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/154160

About:This training focuses on how to create inclusive early learning environments for students and families who are part of the LGBTQ+ community. This training will help you create inclusive environments by establishing specific ways to incorporate inclusive practices, learn the vocabulary used for diverse identities, and to reflect on your role and experiences with this population. This training is best suited for those who have had interactions with this population, however, all are welcomed to join the training!

When: 5/4 from 6:15-8:15 PM

Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00
Credits: 2 STARS Hours

Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/154175

About: We all want to create more inclusive learning environments where all children thrive and meet their best potential. In this course, participants will learn the fundamental concepts of Universal Design for Early Learning and get a chance to try applying inclusion concepts to their own practice.

When: 6/7 from 6:15-8:15 PM

Register Here!
Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00
Credits: 2 STARS Hours

About: In this training, participants will learn about the importance of social-emotional learning in creating a strong foundation for school readiness. Learn how to help kids become resilient, kind, community-oriented people ready to take on school and all of its challenges.

When: 6/21 from 6:15-8:15 PM

Register Here!
Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00
Credits: 2 STARS Hours

About: The emphasis of this training will be to develop awareness of consent and its importance during childhood. We will determine developmentally appropriate practices to teach children about consent, bodily autonomy, and ways to incorporate that into already established routines. We will talk about challenges and practical tips for utilizing consent in early childhood educational settings.

When: 6/26 from 6:15-8:15 PM

Register Here!
Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00
Credits: 2 STARS Hours

Great News! Each STARS credit is now just $5

On-Site Training

Let us come to you! Your time. Your Place. Your Training.

Convenient for you and your staff

  • Schedule when and where it works for you. Trainings can take place onsite or at ESD 112.
  • Receive a customized professional development plan and meet with your personal coach to practice strategies and next steps.

Affordable rates

  • $100 per hour of training with a minimum of 2 hours – $10 per hour per person for 30 staff
  • Purchase 5 days of training for your program at a discount: $1000 for 10 hours of training – meet your required continuing education hours for the year at only $100 per hour of training

Family Child Care

Providers may coordinate a group to fund the cost of training. ESD can provide space and materials for training. Trainings can be held on Saturdays or in the evening during non-business hours.

Child Care and Preschool Centers

Training can be provided at your site and held during in-service days, Saturdays, or in the evenings.

Trainers

About Your Trainers

Tracy Collins
Tracy Collins
Tracy Collins comes to the field with a love for working with children and families. Tracy has over 30 years of experience in the field of early childhood education and has worked in a wide variety of settings. Tracy earned advanced degrees in Early Childhood Education/Child Development and Human Development and Psychology. Tracy taught in early childhood education programs in Massachusetts, Texas, and Maine, returning to the Pacific Northwest in 2014. In addition to her love of young children, Tracy is an avid fan of dogs and volunteers in the early childhood program at Oregon Museum of Science (OMSI).
Jesi Sucku
Jesi Sucku
Jesi was born in central Minnesota. After a brief time spent in Chicago going to school for journalism and film, she found a passion for early learning while working as a photographer. She completed a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Human Relations at Saint Cloud State University, then spent a few years as a toddler teacher, in addition to teaching music from infants through Pre-K. She moved to Portland, Oregon in 2015 where she spent some time as an infant and toddler teacher in a Reggio-inspired center before taking a job as a coach for early childhood teachers. She has a passion for Reggio Emilia, Waldorf and Montessori education as well as working to create culturally competent schools and advocating for teachers in the field. Currently she is working on completing a Master’s degree in Constructivism in ECE at Portland State University. Her favorite thing about her work is knowing she is helping to make the world a better place for kids. She lives with her husband Matt, young daughter Norah and dog Archer in Oregon.
Yisbely Torres
Yisbely Torres
Yisbely Torres (She/Her) is a Bilingual Advanced Early Learning Trainer at ESD 112. She graduated from Skidmore College with a BS degree in Elementary Education and Psychology and moved to the Pacific Northwest from New York upon graduating. Prior to working at ESD, she completed student teaching and practical hours in public school districts in New York State both in 1st and 4th grade classrooms. She has also served as a teaching assistant in both preschool classrooms and higher elementary classrooms. Her previous work and education have focused on constructivist approaches to teaching and learning, play-based learning, and environmental and cultural influences on the performance of children in the classroom. She strives to promote inclusive and welcoming methods in education as well as in her trainings.

Contacts

Who to Contact

Yolanda Rivera

Secretary II

Contact

Phone: 360-952-3305

Email: yolanda.rivera@esd112.org

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