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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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Winter 2021 Schedule of Classes
We are committed to supporting you by continuing to provide valuable PD opportunities virtually. Please contact Mandi Niehaus with any questions.
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:
January 6, 2021 from 6:00-8:00 PM Register Here!
Location: Virtual Offerings (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00
Credits: 2 STARS Hours
About: This is one of six modules in the “Best Practices Series” that supports Early Achievers by emphasizing high-quality adult practices measured by the ERS-3. This session will introduce best practices for maximizing children’s use of blocks, fine motor, dramatic play, music, and art materials. Come explore what research says about how children learn, what adults can do to prepare these specific play areas, and how adult-child interactions can complement children’s learning without interrupting it. This is a class for providers who are fairly new to the field or for those who want to review best practices in the ERS.
When: January 20, 2021 from 6:00 PM-8:30 PM Register Here!
Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $12.50
Credits: 2.5 STARS Hours
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:
January 21, 2021 from 6:15-8:15 PM Register Here!
February 18, 2021 from 6:15-8:15 PM Register Here!
March 18, 2021 from 6:15-8:15 PM Register Here!
April 15, 2021 from 6:15-8:15 PM Register Here!
Location: Virtual Offerings (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $10.00 per session
Credits: 2 STARS Hours per session
About: This training is the first 10 hours for Enhancing Quality of Early Learning, or EQEL. EQEL is a 20-hour training that can be completed over 2 years. This first 10 hours includes: Culturally Responsive Practices, Brain Building, Executive Function, and Responsive Caregiving. The following roles hired after August 1, 2019 must complete EQEL unless an approved alternative was met: assistant teacher, lead teacher, family home licensee, program supervisor, assistant director, and center director. Alternatives include: an ECE Short or State certificate.
When:
February 2, 2021 from 5:30-8:30 PM
February 16, 2021 from 5:30-8:30 PM
March 2, 2021 from 5:30-8:30 PM
March 16, 2021 from 5:30-8:30 PM
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Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: FREE
Credits: 10 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: February 10 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 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: This training series can be seen as a place to begin dialog, raise individual awareness and understanding around the various types of bias in early learning environments. We all have bias, often hidden from our consciousness, or beliefs we are unaware of. Are you eager to engage in meaningful, but safe, interactions around bias? Series topics may include: care giving (parenting/child rearing, childbirth, and teaching); race, ethnicity, and culture; gender; children’s literature, and media. Our aim is to help create an environment for learning and understanding the many aspects of in bias.
When:
February 16, 2021 from 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM Register Here!
April 20, 2021 from 6:15 PM – 8:15 PM Register Here!
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
About:
Session One: Math is Racial Equity- Participants will learn how focusing on early math is racial equity and learn how to use Zeno’s 5 Practices to engage families and children in early math.
Session Two: Math is Literacy- Participants will learn how to evaluate books to ensure they have positive representation and do not perpetuate unconscious racial bias AND how to mathematize any book.
Session Three: Math is for Everyone- Participants will learn how to reach different learning styles and preferences, how to ensure we are not perpetuating unconscious racial bias, and how to individualize and scaffold math for early learners.
When:
February 22, 2021 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
March 1, 2021 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
April 12, 2021 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Register for the Series Here!
Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: FREE
Credits: 6 STARS Hours
About: This is one of six modules in the “Best Practices Series” that supports Early Achievers by emphasizing high-quality adult practices measured by the ERS-3. This session will introduce best practices for engaging in rich interactions to promote language and literacy development. We will explore what research says about how children learn, what adults can do to prepare the environment for success, and how adult-child interactions can complement children’s learning without interrupting it.
When: March 4, 2021 from 6:15 PM – 8:45 PM Register Here!
Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $12.50
Credits: 2.5 STARS Hours
About: This is one of six modules in the “Best Practices Series” that supports Early Achievers by emphasizing high-quality adult practices measured by the ERS-3. This session will introduce best practices for teachers interacting with children individually, in groups, and among their peers. We will look at interactions that promote self-regulation and provide proactive tips to use every day. Interacting with the children outside, both verbally and playing alongside them, we will come away with ideas on how to get the most out of gross motor time.
When: March 10, 2021 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Register Here!
Location: Virtual Offering (Zoom link, PowerPoint or Canvas Access link will be sent to registered participants)
Cost: $12.50
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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