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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:
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We are committed to supporting you by continuing to provide valuable PD opportunities virtually. Please contact Yolanda Rivera with any questions.
About: STEM can be a daunting curriculum for early learning teachers. This training will cover the basics of what is entailed with the STEM acronym, as well as how much of this curriculum is regularly happening within early childhood classrooms. We will look at inviting activities to do with children, how to use observation skills when interacting with children in programs and support programs in what they are already doing that is STEM related.
When: December 6th, 2022 from 6:15-8:15 PM
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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 Business of Child Care is a comprehensive business training that provides participants with crucial business elements necessary to run successful child care programs. This program will help strengthen your business and help you plan for lending opportunities, quality initiatives, facility improvements, social media marketing, financial health, and program effectiveness. This training can help you turn your business dreams into reality.
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Location: Hybrid
Cost: $75.00 for the full series
Credits: 21 STARS Hours for the full series
Kickoff: 10/03 5:30-7:00pm
Module One- Business Plans
10/6/22 5:30-7:00pm live webinar
10/20/22 6:30-8:00pm In-person Training (ESD 112 Conference Center)
10/27/22 5:30-6:30pm Follow-up Coaching Zoom (Optional)
Module Two- Marketing Strategies
11/3/22 5:30-7:00pm live webinar
11/17/22 6:30-8:00pm In-person Training (ESD 112 Conference Center)
11/22/22 5:30-6:30pm Follow-up Coaching Zoom (Optional)
Module Three- Leadership & Management
1/5/23 5:30-7:00pm live webinar
1/19/23 6:30-8:00pm In-person Training (ESD 112 Conference Center)
1/26/2023 5:30-6:30pm Follow-up Coaching Zoom (Optional)
Module Four- Smart Finance
2/2/2023 5:30-7:00pm live webinar
2/16/2023 6:30-8:00pm In-person Training (ESD 112 Conference Center)
2/23/2023 5:30-6:30pm Follow-up Coaching Zoom (Optional)
Module Five- Project Days
3/2/2023 5:30-7:00pm live webinar
3/16/2023 6:30-8:00pm In-person Training (ESD 112 Conference Center)
3/23/2023 5:30-6:30pm Follow-up Coaching Zoom (Optional)
About: In this four-class series taking place from October to April, we will dig into the “how” and “why” of play-based learning. Understand what skills children are building when they play in the blocks area, design your dream learning environment and then make it a reality, show children you value the work they do and practice planning fun and engaging play activities for your students. Each class takes place via Zoom and has a brief, optional homework element for extra STARS credit.
When: 10/5, 12/7, 2/1, 4/5 Plus Homework Assignments – 6:15-8:15 PM
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
Session 1 (10/5/2022): Never Say “Just” Play
Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147666
Session 2 (12/7/2022): Designing Your Perfect Learning Environment
Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147672
Session 3 (2/1/2023): Making Learning Visible: Documentation and Assessment in Play-Based Learning
Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147676
Session 4 (4/5/2023): Planning for Play: Lesson Planning in Play-Based Learning
Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147703
About: Join your colleagues in the field for networking and establishment of a professional community of learners. Now in our 5th year, this training uses discussion, reflection, and exercises, encouraging review of practices, and offers an environment of shared ideas. Topics will 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 works, what supports directors need, and ongoing issues within the field of early childhood education.
When: 10/20, 11/17, 1/19, 2/16, 3/16, 4/20 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 per session
Credits: 2 STARS Hours per session
10/20 Registration: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147776
11/17 Registration: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147780
1/19 Registration: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147782
2/16 Registration: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147784
3/16 Registration: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147785
4/20 Registration: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147787
About: Join other infant and toddler teachers for this four-part series covering a variety of topics relating specifically to infant and toddler classrooms! Discuss the power of rich, meaningful interactions, navigate tricky behaviors that come along with toddlerhood, and explore fun ways to engage infants and toddlers in literacy, math, and science activities!
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
11/2 Session 1: Meaningful Interactions with Infants and Toddlers
Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147794
1/4 Session 2: Positive Behavior Support for Infants and Toddlers
Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147797
3/1 Session 3: Making Math and Science Fun with Infants and Toddlers
Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147799
5/3 Session 4: Making Language and Literacy Fun with Infants and Toddlers
Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147801
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*
*Register for 4 sessions and get the 5th session FREE! Contact Yolanda Rivera for the discount code before registering: yolanda.rivera@esd112.org
1/24 Registration Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147822
2/28 Registration Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147824
3/28 Registration Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147825
4/25 Registration Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147826
5/23 Registration Link: https://www.pdenroller.org/esd112/catalog/147827
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.
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Early Care and Education in the News
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