Observation is the window into a child's thinking processes, interests, and abilities. We’ll use video clips to practice observation skills and explore how recording our observations of young children can inform program decisions, assessments, and more!
Many important early milestones occur in the first five years that impact a child’s communication and language skills. This session takes a closer look at communication and language development in all children, including Dual Language Learners.
Better understand the development of social and emotional skills as they correlate to key milestones in the first five years. Based on work by ZERO TO THREE.
As ECE professionals, one of the most important things we do is supervise children. This session will review regulations regarding supervision, discuss consequences and the role of a supervision policy, and learn strategies for more effective supervision on your watch.
Executive functioning is the mind’s “air traffic controller.” We’ll examine the link between early milestones and the development of cognitive skills in the first five years. Based on work by ZERO TO THREE.
DAP is frequently used term in ECE, but is not always understood. Explore the five components of DAP to maximize instruction, enhance development, and build relationships with families.
We are all born with a natural temperament. Are you flexible, cautious, or feisty? Could what we perceive as challenging behavior really be a clash in temperament traits? Learn how understanding temperament will help you better plan for the children in your care.
How can teachers best support children's learning? The key is how you engage with children throughout the day. Based on the book "Powerful Interactions: How to Connect with Children to Extend Their Learning," this session will help you become more intentional in your teaching.
Challenging behaviors are the product of multiple factors that may not be easy to see. Learn how to identify and address the underlying causes to create a more peaceful classroom.
What makes up high-quality infant and toddler care? Learn the importance of attachment and relationships in learning and development, examine aspects of the ITERS and PA Early Learning Standards, and share ideas that support healthy infant and toddler development.
@thelearninglamp:It's LEGO® time! Building with blocks allows children to use their imaginations, increase their attention span and develop fine and gross motor skills.
@thelearninglamp:Playing with a dump truck allows this toddler to explore imaginary role play as they haul items dump items as if they have their own constructions site.
@thelearninglamp:The Learning Lamp Center for Children in Somerset is the first child care center in Somerset County to earn a Keystone STAR 4 rating!
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NOW HIRING! Great benefits, friendly work environment, and room for advancement. Full-time Before/After School Program Director to work in the Windber/Richland area of Johnstown. The director oversees all program operations, builds relationships with families and staff, and ensures program meets highest quality standards. Candidates must have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood or related human service field or higher, previous experience working with children, and supervisory experience. Apply today at thelearninglamp.workbrightats.com/jobs/520431-92234.html. ... See MoreSee Less
