About My Workshops
I am so glad you are thinking of hiring me for your next Early Years professional development day, ECE group workshop and/or parent workshop. If you choose me you won't be disappointed.
With 17+ years in the field, a background in ECE, a BA and a Masters in progress I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and expertise to all my presentations.
My workshops include:
- Certificates of completion for all in attendance.
- Certificate verification guarantee, I will verify each certificate for ECE registry purposes as needed.
- The information presented is well researched and referenced.
- Engagement to make learning meaningful and inspiring.
- A handout, worksheet or checklist depending on the topic.
Over the years I have been contracted to create hundreds of customized workshops for thousands of Educators in North America.
Below you will find a variety of workshop topics and titles that can be presented separately or in a community of practice, over sessions or in a course.
All my workshops are rooted in a desire to support educators, teachers, caregivers and parents to help children thrive.
Take a look below, contact me to learn more about workshop descriptions, my fees and how we can work together!
Conferences
I love speaking to big and small groups. Here is a list of some of the conferences where I have been invited to speak:
- Professional Learning Symposium- October 2023 hosted by The Halton Resource Connection.
- Early Learning Summer Institute: Exploring and Uncovering the Layers of Play In-person August 2023 hosted by the Central Okanagan School District and Childhood Connections.
- CNC Growing Strong Communities virtual conference - Feb 2023 hosted by CMAS Supporting the settlement of young immigrant and refugee children & the Toronto School Board District.
- Child Heart of the Matter In-person Conference - Feb 2023 hosted by Options Child Care Resource Center.
- Reignite Your Passion In-person Conference - May 2022 hosted by the Manitoba Child Care Association.
- Making Tomorrow Virtual Conference - April 2021 & 2022 hosted by the Vancouver Island Cooperative Preschool Association.
- The Kamloops Thompson Teachers Association Virtual Conference - April 2021 & 2022 hosted by the Kamloops Thompson Teachers Association.
Workshop Clients
I have provided professional development to many childcare programs, school districts and Early Years Organizations since 2016, here are just a few:
- Child Care Resource and Referral Programs in BC
- School districts across BC
- Early Intervention Programs in BC
- Provincial Child Care Associations in Manitoba and Prince Edward Island
- YMCAs in BC, ON, & SK
- Immigrant Services such as AMSSA in BC and CMAS in Ontario
- Family Resource Programs of BC
- Neighbourhood Houses & Community Centres in BC
- Parent Participation Preschools in BC
Workshop Topics for Educators
Educator Wellness, Leadership and Professional Development:
Empower your team with innovative and creative strategies to foster a positive and growth-oriented environment.
- Empowering Leadership and Innovation Through Creating and Facilitating Workshops
- Cultivating Creativity: Unlocking the Potential of Early Childhood Educators
- Creating a Positive Outlook within ECE Teams
- Educator Capacity Building: Enhancing Inclusive Environments
- Creating a Growth Mindset for Educators
- Exploring Emotional Competence with Educators
- Nurturing Wellness in Educators
- Advocacy & Qualities of Professional Educators
- Supporting Emotional and Mental Health Strategies in ECE
Inclusive and Trauma-Informed Practices:
Support children and families with inclusive, trauma-informed approaches.
- Supporting and Working with All Children and Families
- Letting Children Feel, Think, and Problem Solve
- Bridging Emotional Awareness and Logical Thinking in the Early Years
- Supporting "Challenging Behaviours" Through Relationship-Based Guidance Strategies
- Supporting Newcomer Children and Families in Early Childhood Settings
- Diversity and Cultural Awareness Training for ECEs
- Helping Children Thrive Through Life Transitions and "Tough Stuff"
- A Gradual Entry Game Plan: Support and Expectations for Parents
- Protecting Little People (3-part series for Child, Educator, and Parents)
Curriculum Development and Pedagogical Documentation:
Enhance your curriculum with innovative approaches and effective documentation strategies.
- Unleashing the Power of Children's Interests Through Documentation
- Making the Most of Play and Curriculum: "See, Think, Do"
- Transitioning Out of Theme-Based Curriculum
- Exploring Aesthetics and the Environment as the Third Teacher
- Enhancing Observation and Pedagogical Documentation Skills
- Navigating Holidays with Critical Thinking
- Creating Curriculum with Kindness and Empathy
- Anti-Bias Perspectives and Curriculum in ECE
- Creating a Growth Mindset Curriculum for Young Children
- Rethinking Childhood Interactions in Natural Spaces
- Exploring the Ethics of Using Screens and Technology in Childhood
Play Pedagogies and Learning Through Play:
Promote child development through play-based learning and innovative play strategies.
- Playful Pathways: Nurturing Child Development and Learning Through Play
- A Trauma-Informed Approach to Honoring Play
- Making the Most of Play: How to be a Play Partner
- Play Partnering Outside of Your Comfort Zone: Honouring All Types of Play
- Exploring Pathways to Play and Stages of Play with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschool Age Children
- Enhancing Play Relationships & Pro-Social Learning
- Exploring Our Image of the Child, Educator, and Learning
- Growing Gardens with Young Children
- Cultivating Exploration and Self-Expression
The BC Early Learning Framework:
Explore the principles and practices of the BC Early Learning Framework.
- Exploring the Revisions, Vision, and Principles
- Exploring the Living Inquiries
- Exploring the Pedagogical Narration Process
Workshop Topics for Parents
The workshops I present for parents are underpinned with a deep level of understanding (as I am a parent of little ones as well) and non-judgement. I choose attachment, love, and encouragement to connect with parents. I provide parents with perspectives on child development, play and how to support children through understanding behaviour, big emotions and the "tough stuff" that impacts children.
- Gentle Parenting is Not Permissive Parenting: Finding the Right Balance
- From Surviving to Thriving: Understanding Big Emotions and Behaviours
- Helping Children Learn Through Play
- Gradual Entry into Group Care: Support, Success and Expectations for Parents
- It's the Small Stuff that Matters: Supporting Child Development in Every Day Interactions
- Helping Children Thrive Through the Transition to Kindergarten
- Protecting Your Little People Inside and Outside the Home
- Advocating for Your Child at Day Care, Preschool and/or Primary School
Don't see what you are looking for? Contact me about creating a customized workshop topic for the parents in your community!