December Teacher Training

As part of the New Teacher Training series, this session introduces the principles of trauma-informed care and how they can strengthen classroom practice, staff relationships, and student well-being. Participants will gain practical strategies for recognizing the impact of trauma, fostering resilience, and creating supportive environments where all children can thrive. While designed for new teachers, the training is ideal for any staff member interested in building a deeper understanding of trauma-informed approaches.

This interactive session brings together the HR Team’s best strategies for successful interviewing, offering practical tips that participants can take with them into real-world scenarios. Alongside guidance on interview preparation and performance, attendees will engage in mock interviews to practice skills in a supportive environment. Space is limited, so don’t miss this opportunity to build confidence and sharpen your interview techniques.

This hands-on session will help staff become confident in completing attendance and meal count directly in ChildPlus online. With guided practice and clear instruction, participants will learn how to complete this daily task in their classrooms.

Este entrenamiento en español ofrece una introducción práctica al multilingüismo y al desarrollo del lenguaje en la primera infancia. Exploraremos cómo los niños adquieren múltiples idiomas, qué apoyos fortalecen su comunicación y cómo los educadores pueden fomentar entornos lingüísticos ricos e inclusivos.

This essential training equips participants with the skills to recognize and control severe bleeding in emergency situations. To prepare, attendees must complete a 45‑minute online training module prior to the session. Please note that signups for this session are freezing on 11/21 to allow time for ordering participant-specific materials. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical, life‑saving knowledge.

This engaging session makes personal finance approachable and useful. Together we’ll explore practical budgeting tips, demystify retirement, walk through insurance deductions, and tackle real-world money questions. It’s a chance to build confidence, gain clarity, and connect with resources that support your financial well-being—so bring your money questions and join the conversation!

This hands-on session will guide you through using the To-Do List, Dashboard, and Performance Panel features in ChildPlus. Learn how to streamline follow-up, stay organized, and gain a clear birds-eye view of your tasks and data to support classroom and program success.

This workshop-style session invites participants to explore the six domains of vitality and strengthen their capacity to care for themselves and others through small group discussions and engaging activities. No lectures here—the wisdom is already in the room! While the format is similar to previous sessions, the content will be new, making this a great opportunity for both first-time attendees and those returning for another round of inspiration.

Calling all T2 Pilot participants! Join us to check in on how the T2 Pilot model is working in your classroom and share experiences with your peers. You’ll also gain practical tips and tricks for documenting effectively in SmartTeach, helping streamline your process and strengthen implementation.

This hands-on session will help you become comfortable configuring reports in ChildPlus to find the data you need. We’ll explore several helpful reports, learn how to set them up to target specific information, and practice using tools to sort and interpret the results—giving you confidence in managing and understanding your classroom and program data.

This follow-up session is designed for teaching staff who have already completed ELM training and are currently working in ELM study classrooms. Participants will deepen their understanding of the ELM model, reflect on classroom implementation, and strengthen strategies to support ongoing success.

Este entrenamiento en español está dirigido a educadores de la primera infancia y ofrece una introducción práctica al autismo. Los participantes aprenderán a reconocer señales tempranas, comprender cómo se manifiesta en los niños pequeños y aplicar estrategias para apoyar el desarrollo comunicativo, social y emocional. También se explorarán formas de crear entornos inclusivos que promuevan la participación y el aprendizaje de todos los niños.

This repeat training is offered for those who missed the November session. Learn practical Rev It Up and Calm It Down techniques to support emotion regulation and strengthen behavior management in early childhood settings. Through interactive practice, participants will gain strategies to energize engagement when needed and restore calm to foster positive classroom environments.

This training is limited to staff working in classrooms where coaching on TCIT PRIDE skills has been provided. Participants will learn about the skills their Head Teacher is implementing, practice the techniques, and coordinate strategies to strengthen classroom consistency and support.