Keynotes & Workshops

Workshop Title: Making Small Moments Matter - Highlighting Care and Belonging

Description: In this workshop, Ana shares the story of her master's work at Blossoming Niños childcare program. This workshop serves as an overview of the inquiry project that was carried out during her pedagogist internship. The inquiry project into care and belonging began with observing ordinary moments. While observing, Ana noticed how deeply care was shown for some people, places, materials and more-than-human worlds (like a ladybug) and not so much for others (like a spider). These moments of care were turned into vignettes (short stories) to think with and reflect upon. Thinking with reciprocity, complexity, and the messiness of care led to thinking about belonging and how we each belong in community regardless of our differences. In this workshop, educators will:

• Explore the vignettes of care and the pedagogical documentation to think collaboratively with.
• Reflect on the complexity of care and how to centre care in education.
• Extend thoughts on care and belonging as a form of resisting harmful and unethical educational pedagogies.

Workshop Title: Creating Spaces of Belonging With a Community Approach

Description: For years, Ana has shared workshops on enhancing inclusion and diversity in early years programs. During her master's internship, Ana got the opportunity to take a unique perspective, as an outsider finding a sense of belonging in a new community. This workshop shares aspects of a word association project that was carried out in the Blossoming Niños community. The word maps included people, places, materials, and more-than-human worlds. The word maps were created in response to thinking deeply about the reciprocity of care within a community approach. The word maps were presented to children, educators, and parents as a visual representation of the community. Ana created a word map for each child as a gift. Feedback from parents was captured to validate feelings of belonging. In this workshop, educators will:

• Be provided with examples and traces of practice to think collaboratively about what helps educators to feel cared for.
• Think about ways to create spaces of belonging using a community approach and how impactful belonging can be for families in all their diversities.
• Explore how pedagogical narration strengthens the community and bridges children's worlds.

Workshop Title: Rethinking "Nature Connections" - Growing Gardens, Empathy and Community

Description: To say Ana loves gardening is an understatement. As a seasoned gardener, Ana has been providing workshops on gardening with children for years (seeding, transplanting & plant safety). For this reason, it was only natural that during her master's work, Ana followed an inquiry into care and belonging with the children and more-than-human worlds (worms and insects). This led to a deep dive into the history and science behind the sentience (the ability to feel) in worms and bugs. As she grappled to make meaning of her pedagogical documentation, she talked a lot about worms, and her family called her "the worm lady." In this workshop, Ana challenges not only how we garden and interact with children in nature spaces, but she also invites educators to think deeply about how nature relations can resist colonial pedagogies, such as positioning humans as dominant over nature (anthropocentrism). In this workshop, Ana will:

• Make connections to land-based learning and nature relations using pedagogical documentation.
• Share practical gardening tips for growing gardens with young children.
• Think deeply about how to promote kindness, empathy and care in everyday interactions with human and more-than-human others (insects and worms).

Workshop Title:  Strengthening Trust, Connections and Communication with Families

Description: As an educator, Ana knows how important it is to have interpersonal skills. Interpersonal skills are the “soft skills” or “people skills” needed to effectively build relationships. Interpersonal skills are impacted by an individual's emotional intelligence, communication skills, and ability to navigate challenging situations. As a parent, Ana can also relate to how hard it is to foster connections with families. Day-to-day, life is busy and challenging for families. Families are often in and out of childcare spaces quickly and only spend brief moments in connection with educators. Strengthening relationships is not only key in the day-to-day moments but also when more serious conversations need to happen, and this is why strengthening trust is so important. In this workshop, educators will: 

• Discuss ways to build trust and connections with families on a day-to-day basis.
• Be given practical strategies for enhancing communication and connections, such as taking an empathetic and non-judgmental approach to relationship building with families.
• Learn ways to navigate challenging conversations when things start to feel personal.

Workshop Title: Working with Culturally Diverse and Newcomer Families in ECE

Description: Throughout her various roles in the early years profession, Ana has worked with many newcomer families with diverse backgrounds. Having lived in and gained professional experience in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver, BC, Ana has a deep appreciation for cultural sensitivity and cultural awareness. The main purpose of this professional development workshop is to empower Early Childhood Educators to promote well-being and belonging among children and families through a trauma-informed, culturally aware approach. In this workshop, participants get the opportunity to discuss and reflect on the following:

• The child's perspective (stress, adversity and trauma), understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences.
• Cultural awareness and navigating cultural misunderstandings.
• Enhancing communication, helping parents feel a sense of belonging in the community.

Workshop Title: Play Over Pressure- An Alternative to the Academic and Non-academic Discourse in ECE

Description: A discourse is a collective and ongoing conversation which can shape how we as a society see Early Childhood Education. Ana's master's work at Blossoming Niños included many discourses with children, educators and families as part of the pedagogical documentation process. This workshop serves as an extension to Ana's master's work on care and belonging. Conversations with parents led to thinking deeply about what is considered academic and non-academic in early years programs, which led to thinking with Moss (2019) and alternative narratives in ECE. What makes a child care program academic? Why are programs pressured to be more academic? What if, instead of passing on pressure, we passed on play in ECE? In this workshop, Blossoming Niños is offered as an alternative to the current academic and non-academic discourse in Early Childhood Education. In this workshop, educators will:

• Think about dominant discourses in ECE and how they impact and are impacted by pedagogical choices, societal views, and political contexts. 
• Discuss the implications of an education system that is deeply rooted in proof and evidence.
• Reflect on pedagogical documentation and how it can state a case for play and lead to alternative narratives through collective meaning-making.

Workshop Title: Playful Pathways: Nurturing Growth, Relationships, Play Partnering and Pro-Social Learning

Description: In "Playful Pathways," educators will explore the pivotal role of play in fostering growth and overall well-being in young children. In play, children explore, research, experiment, theorize and make meaning of their world. Play is also a way for children to make social connections with their peers; however, it may be hard for some children to engage in cooperative and collaborative forms of play. This is why it is so important for educators to know how and when to step in as a play partner. This workshop is designed for Early Childhood Educators who want to support pro-social learning without creating peer-oriented dynamics. In this workshop, educators will:

• Learn about the serve-and-return relationship in play.
• Explore Dr. Stuart Brown's properties of play and gain a deeper understanding of what "free play" really is.
• Think about the different types of play, the role of the educator and how to promote pro-social learning through play.

Workshop Title: Reconceptualizing the Meaning of Play & Play Partnering Outside of Your Comfort Zone

Description: To reconceptualize means to re-think or re-imagine something from a new perspective. Unfortunately, in ECE, play is used as a marketing tool in many child care programs. What is promoted as "free play" is implemented in ways that limit opportunities for learning and creativity. Having gone from a day care where play was very restricted (no big messes & no superheroes) to a program where ALL play was seen as an opportunity for pro-social learning, Ana knows firsthand how hard it can be to rethink the meaning of play. For multiple reasons, educators may find play partnering difficult, especially when the play makes them feel uncomfortable or when they have self-limiting beliefs. Maybe it's the mess, maybe it's the thought that it might "get out of hand."  In this workshop, Educators will:

• Get an opportunity to deconstruct their self-limiting beliefs and why they find certain topics challenging. 
• Be given practical strategies to play partnering outside of their comfort zone (rough and tumble, imaginary & weapon play) and think about ways to honour all types of play.
• Discuss common play scenarios and think about how to set co-created boundaries to enhance opportunities for pro-social learning.

Workshop Title: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Care and Honouring Play in ECE

Description: Sharing, sitting at circle time, and transitioning to go outside tend to be challenging for many children. Now imagine how hard these transitions can be for a child whose nervous system is sensitive due to experiencing adversity or trauma. Maybe their parents are stressed, struggling, or they have experienced an abrupt separation. Having lived and professional experience in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver BC, Ana knows firsthand that when children experience adversity, they can easily become misunderstood, and when children are misunderstood, they act misunderstood. In this workshop, participants will go through the common and not-so-common challenges children may face and consider how to carefully and mindfully navigate big emotions and play. In this workshop, educators will:

• Go over stress, adversity and trauma-informed care.
• Get strategies to sensitively and empathetically navigate big emotions and expressive play.
• Focus on creating inclusive environments that are not just safe in the educators' eyes but safe from the child's perspective.

Workshop Title: Rooting in Purpose, Practice and Play (Hands-on Experience)

Description: With over 19 years of experience working in child care, including Out of School Care, Early Childhood Education and Early Intervention, almost all of Ana's inquiries into supporting children lead back to the importance and critical need for more play. But play is not just beneficial for children; it is also necessary for adults. Play promotes creativity, problem-solving and resilience. Play can be healing and provide us as caregivers with an open-ended way to express ourselves. Unfortunately, play is often misunderstood and dismissed when not rooted in purpose or experience. This workshop session resists a lecture-style presentation. In this workshop, participants will blend research-based learning about play with hands-on experiences. In this session, participants will:

• Reflect and root in the purpose of play. 
• Go over the current research and literature on play.
• Receive practical ideas and inspirations for activities. Get up, move, create and play!

Workshop Title: Resisting Themes and Embracing the Unknown

Description: Early in Ana's career, she worked in child care programs that followed themes. Themes felt easy and predictable. Themes went unquestioned until Ana worked at a centre that followed children's interests. The unknown felt uncomfortable transitioning from a theme-based curriculum to following children's interests felt daunting. Through her master's studies, Ana learned the historical context of the education system in North America and how outcome-based learning connects with narrow ways of thinking in education. During Ana's master's internship, she took it a step further, engaging in inquiry-based learning to resist unethical and harmful practices. This was eye-opening and a reason why Ana now helps others understand why they should also resist themes. In this workshop, educators will:s

• Learn why we as educators lean into theme-based curriculum as a default.
• Think creatively about ways to observe, document and reflect to move toward an emergent curriculum based on children's interests.
• Begin to explore inquiry-based learning.

Workshop Title: Holding onto Human Creativity - Co-Creating Curriculum and Pedagogical Documentation

Description: At every turn, it seems that AI is being used to take over curriculum and documentation within ECE. Although convenient, in education, it becomes problematic when AI takes over the role of thinking generatively and collaboratively. Thinking together is an integral part of co-creating; otherwise, the curriculum becomes meaningless, and the pedagogical documentation becomes static documentation. Pedagogical documentation is living and requires educators to embrace reflection, tensions and the unknown. This is extremely hard to do without disagreement and multiple world views (something only humans can provide at this point). In this workshop, educators will:

• Take time to revisit their image of the child, education, learning and their child care philosophy.
• Be given practical strategies for co-creating emergent curriculum and pedagogical documentation.
• Go over the ethical uses of AI when it comes to "co-creating" and using it as a "thinking partner" as an educator. 

Workshop Title: Enhancing Observation and Pedagogical Documentation Skills

Description: Enhancing observation and pedagogical documentation skills can happen outside of the classroom. This workshop was created specifically for Early Childhood Educators who are working within early learning spaces that co-create curriculum (emergent curriculum) with children. In this workshop, ECEs will use a framework to observe, reflect, and respond to children's interests and inquiries. This same framework will support educators in creating documentation that reflects the emergent curriculum. In this workshop, educators will:

• Reflect on team communication and cohesion strategies when it comes to curriculum planning.
• Be given practical strategies for working with emergent curriculum and documentation.
• Brainstorm descriptive, inclusive, and engaging language to make children's learning visible.

Workshop Title: Living Inclusion, Aesthetics and the Environment as the Third Teacher

Description: Ana created this workshop in 2016 with a focus on Reggio-Emilia-inspired child care spaces. Over the years, this workshop has evolved and responded to changing times. When Ana began in the field, bright lights and colourful plastics were a staple in early years spaces. Over time, aesthetics became minimal. Now, most programs are finding a balance, but shades and tones are not the only aspects of the environment that matter. The environment is not and should not be static. While Ana worked in early intervention, she noticed how the environment impacted certain behaviours. This workshop is meant to provide educators with insights, inspiration and ideas about how to utilize their environment as a third teacher and enhance their inclusive environment. In this workshop, participants will:

• Reflect on colours, tones and materials in early childhood spaces.
• Consider how our feelings, vibes, attitudes and image of the child impact our child care space.
• Think deeply about multiple aspects of our environment (rhythm, flow, play).

Workshop Title: Cultivating Exploration and Self-Expression Through Artistic Expression (Hands-on Experience)

Description: Having worked in play-based programs and Early Intervention, Ana knows firsthand how important it is to give children the opportunity to express themselves through the language of art. This workshop is underpinned by play pedagogies that are inclusive, trauma-informed and honouring of all children. In this workshop, participants will discuss play as a form of research, meaning-making and world-making. In this workshop, participants will learn about child-led inquiry and think about ways to foster creativity and self-expression through artistic expression. In this workshop, participants will:

• Think about ways to invite children to express themselves through art
• Participate in an experiential style of learning with art materials 
• Engage in collaborative dialogue to promote generative thinking about meaning-making

Workshop Title: Critical Conversations with Educators - Beyond Passive Inclusion

Description: Over the years, Ana has had many conversations with educators about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, anti-bias and anti-racist practice. Although many educators fear "getting it wrong," most are practicing ethically and show an openness to learning. After years of educating other educators, Ana has now moved on to the question of what comes after the learning. While working in advocacy, Ana led a research project on what families need to feel welcome in all their diversities. Over 200 parent surveys and 60 educator surveys were analyzed. The findings were clear, for parents to feel welcomed, they did not expect grand gestures. It was the small everyday actions that were the most significant in helping families to feel welcomed. In this workshop, participants will:

• Learn about Ana's work projects on inclusive capacity building and diversity. 
• Get to ask questions. This workshop requires participation, cameras on for online groups and an open two-way dialogue is expected. 
• Think about solutions and active inclusion to support a collaborative way forward.

Please note: Not all aspects of diversity and inclusion can be covered in one workshop session. This workshop is meant to START the conversation, not check off a box. Learning from other diverse facilitators and educational leaders is expected to continue the conversation.

Workshop Title: Building Authentic Relationships - Rethinking "Challenging Behaviours" and Relationships as a Strategy

Description: How many times have you taken a workshop and the facilitator says, "just build relationships with the child," as if that is going to fix "challenging behaviours"? Not only that, it seems as if "relationships," "connection," and "empathy" are being thrown around as strategies to control children's behaviours. Relationships need to build from a safe foundation and a deep understanding of how to build and maintain trust with children. This requires emotional intelligence and an understanding of embodying responsiveness in relationships. For this reason, educators often feel frustrated and invalidated when told how to use "relationship-based guidance" without getting to the heart of building relationships. In this workshop, educators will also:

• Reflect on educator biases and what they find challenging within group childcare settings.
• Get to the heart of building and maintaining authentic relationships with children.
• Review practical strategies to observe behaviour and resist deficit narratives about children.

This workshop will emphasize “decentering the child” and critically look at what caregivers can do to support the child rather than viewing the child as having a deficit or issues.

Workshop Title: A Pedagogical Commitment - Resisting Harmful and Unethical Educational Pedagogies

Description: During her master's studies, Ana was asked to consider her pedagogical commitments within education and specifically within Early Childhood Education. With a commitment to decolonizing practices and strengthening community, the inquiry project into care and belonging resisted deficit narratives and thinking. The work required deep consideration into what we inherit as educators working within North American contexts (legacies of residential school, ecological crisis, 21st century childhoods & rapidly advancing technology). In her work, Ana positions care and belonging as a form of resisting harmful and unethical educational pedagogies. Within this workshop, educators will:

• Consider the pedagogies they inherit within North American contexts (and their own contexts) and gain clarity on their pedagogical commitments
• Think ethically about taken-for-granted practices and what they choose to pass on and resist within education.
• Extend ideas around care, belonging, and community as a way to decolonize minds and practices.

Workshop Title: Growing Minds and Hearts - Letting Children Feel, Think, and Problem Solve

Description: When society values competition and educators give children privileges based on their abilities to sit and listen, children are limited by the environment and mindset of the educators. Growth goes beyond academics in early childhood but only if we as educators create the conditions for a growth mindset to thrive. In this workshop, educators are asked to think critically about how to foster emotional intelligence and problem-solving skills in young children. With real on-the-floor examples, Ana shares stories of how to support confidence, resilience and indepenedant thinking in children. In this workshop, participants will:

• Explore the foundations that underpin critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and problem-solving skills in early childhood.
• Discuss the role of play, exploration, and authentic experiences in fostering a growth mindset and emotional intelligence
• Explore activities that promote self-awareness, empathy, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills.

Workshop Title: Exploring the Ethical Use of Screens and Technology in Early Childhood

Description: In today's digital age, screens and technology have become an integral part of children's lives. As educators and caregivers, it is crucial to navigate the ethical considerations surrounding using screens and technology with children. This workshop aims to provide a comprehensive exploration of both the potential harms and benefits associated with screen time for young children while emphasizing the importance of striking a balanced approach. In this workshop, participants will explore:

• The potential harms of screens on child development.
• Navigating age-appropriate ways to use screens, talk about digital footprints, and ways to teach consent.
• Explore ethical considerations about using technology in educational settings, including ways that technology can enhance learning.

Workshop Title: Navigating Holidays with Critical Thinking (Best delivered in the Fall/Autumn)

Description: Holidays bring joy, excitement, and cultural celebrations to early childhood education (ECE) settings. However, many educators are left wondering, "do we celebrate everything?" or "do we celebrate nothing?" In Ana's experience, taking a collaborative and curious approach with families is the best way to promote inclusivity within early years spaces. This workshop focuses on navigating holidays in ECE settings with an emphasis on cultivating critical thinking and fostering a respectful understanding of diverse perspectives. In this workshop, participants will:

• Explore the importance of nurturing critical thinking skills in educators to navigate holiday celebrations, cultural awareness, and cultural sensitivity
• Think about how to promote inclusive holiday practices in ways that are meaningful and respectful of a diverse range of people. 
• Think about how to incorporate diverse perspectives by collaborating with families and how they want to be represented.

The BC Early Learning Framework

Description: Since 2019, Ana has led communities of practice and various workshops on the BC Early Learning Framework. Now, having completed a Master's in Early Childhood Education, Ana has a deeper understanding and can provide an overview or critique of aspects of the Framework. The points below can be part of one workshop session or separate sessions.

• Overview of the Revisions, Vision, and Principles
• Living with the Living Inquiries
• Exploring the Pedagogical Narration Process
• Rethinking the BC Early Learning Framework post 2020

Empowering educators with strategies for growth, wellness, and professional excellence

Workshop Title: Resisting "Toxic Positivity" in ECE and Creating Places Where People Actually Like to Work

Description: Supporting a positive outlook in your ECE team is not about "toxic positivity," it is about creating a workplace where people like to work, addressing dynamics, burnout and recruitment and retention issues. This is an engaging workshop designed specifically for Educators and leaders, focused on creating and maintaining a positive outlook within ECE teams. This interactive session will support educators and leaders with practical strategies and insights to foster an optimistic work environment, essential for enhancing team cohesion. In this workshop, participants will:

• Learn strategies to encourage a culture of continuous learning and resilience, helping teams embrace challenges and setbacks as opportunities for growth
• Explore clear and effective communication strategies to build positive relationships, trust, and reduce misunderstandings to foster a collaborative team atmosphere.
• Think about ways to celebrate small wins to boost team cohesion and motivate excellence.
• Learn strategies to better understand and manage emotions to create a more empathetic and supportive workplace.

Workshop Title: It's Not About What You Say, It's About How You Say It- Communication in ECE Teams

Description: How many times can you recall that horrible feeling right before bringing up a concern with a colleague? Oftentimes, as educators, we avoid having hard conversations with our colleagues because we "don't want to step on their toes." Sometimes this stems from "it's not my job," or "it's not my place." However, that attitude is not taking a team approach. When it comes to communication, it is not just about what you say; it is about how you say it. In this workshop, Ana shares insights and examples based on her experience on the floor and as a supervisor in ECE. This workshop focuses on: 

• Understanding the 4 different types of communication styles with real (and funny) examples.
• Taking a team and mentorship approach to providing feedback.
• Rethinking how we provide feedback so that we are not "stepping on toes."

Workshop Title: Showing Up As Your Best ECE Self and Not Taking Things Personally

Description: As a deeply empathetic and relational person, Ana knows firsthand how hard it is not to take things personally. Caring for children is deeply rewarding, but it can also be emotionally draining, especially if you are an empath too. Between addressing parent concerns, colleague dynamics, and the daily pressures of caring for young children, it's easy to feel overwhelmed or take things personally. This workshop focuses on:

• Developing professional boundaries that allow you to show up to work as your best, calm, confident and compassionate self, even on the most difficult days.
• Reflecting on emotional intelligence to manage stressful moments and conflict rather than reacting in a way you will regret later.
• Learning how to handle challenging situations with grace while protecting your passion for this important work.

Workshop Title: Nurturing Emotional Wellness in Empathetic Educators

Description: Having experienced burnout on the floor as an Early Childhood Educator and in her current educational leadership role, Ana understands the importance of nurturing wellness in educators. The goal of this workshop is to provide Early Childhood Educators with a space to feel seen, heard, and valued. Educators will receive information on the signs of burnout and how they can support a positive work environment. More importantly, this is an opportunity for educators to get together and support each other. In this workshop, educators will:

• Learn about burnout.
• Discuss emotional and mental health strategies that help them in their work.
• Learn about effective communication, boundaries, and advocating for themselves.
• Get strategies to contribute to a positive work environment.

Workshop Title: A Collaborative Approach to Strengthening ECE Teams

Description: Do you ever wonder if consistent tension with a colleague is bullying or just a conflict? In this workshop, Early Childhood Educators will learn to distinguish between normal workplace conflict and bullying behaviour, empowering them to foster a healthy and supportive work environment. Drawing on professional experience, Ana shares practical strategies for educators and their teams to empower one another, build trust, and create a dynamic that ensures their program runs smoothly. Through this session, participants will also learn to problem-solve real-life scenarios to help them find their voice when communicating with team members. In this workshop, participants will explore:

• Methods to build and maintain trust within their teams.
• Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to address and resolve real-life scenarios.
• Clear communication strategies to enhance cohesion and create a positive team outlook.

Workshop Title: Educational Leadership - Cultivating a Growth Mindset 

Description: With over 19 years of experience working in child care and 10+ years as an entrepreneur. Ana has invested years into challenging her own limiting beliefs and developing a growth mindset. Having a growth mindset is not only essential for children, it is also essential for educators. Educators hold the power to create the environment and therefore, are the key to supporting resiliency and creating growth-oriented early years spaces. In this workshop, educators will explore what it means to have a growth mindset and how to apply it in ECE practice. Educators will also get an opportunity to think about how to foster a growth mindset in children through the language they use, the way they set up the environment, and the way they navigate challenges with children. But what exactly is a growth mindset?

• A growth mindset is the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort, learning, and perseverance
• It is literally the opposite of a fixed mindset. It is a "can" vs "can't" mindset
• A growth mindset is about instilling ourselves and the children with the understanding that challenges are opportunities for growth and that potential is limitless
• Please Note: This workshop can be modified to be more for educators or leaders.

Workshop Title: Leading with Care - Trauma-Informed Leadership

Description:  Early in her career, Ana was thrown into leadership positions. Within 5 years of working in ECE, Ana was already a supervisor in an infant & toddler program, 3-5 program and teaching ECE at a local college. Ana learned early on that leadership is not a title that can be forced. Developing leadership skills requires time, training and mentorship. Leadership is not about being a "boss"; it is about the ability to positively guide, inspire, and motivate others toward a common goal. Effective leadership is also about empowering, uplifting others and having a growth mindset. This all sounds great in theory, but none of it can be achieved without feeling safe, secure and supported as a leader. When a leader struggles with staying calm, the team feels it. When leaders are in survival mode, they can't become effective leaders. In this workshop, leaders will:

• Understand what it means to be trauma-informed as a leader.
• Develop strategies to lead with care, such as communicating empathy, active listening and responding calmly in crisis.
• Think about ways to create safe spaces for themselves and all who are impacted by their leadership.

Workshop Title: Raising Leadership - Setting the Stage for Success with Practicum Students

Description: With more than 10 years of experience working at various colleges, Ana has supported students in classroom and early years programs. Mentoring practicum students is one of the most valuable contributions educators can make to the field. With practicum students, educators can prospect for future team members and hires while strengthening their own practice. However, supervising students isn't always easy and can present challenges such as balancing guidance with independence, providing constructive feedback, and managing different levels of comprehension and confidence. In this workshop, educators will get step-by-step strategies on how to:

• Establish clear expectations and communication with students from the start.
• Develop a mentorship relationship that supports competency alongside confidence in students.
• Address challenges and issues with students.
• Implement a team approach to observations and providing feedback.

Workshop Title: Professional Conduct as an Educator - Navigating Social Media, AI and the Digital World

Description: As an academic and educational leader, Ana has developed a strong understanding of today's digital landscape. The lines between personal and professional lives can easily blur, especially on social media. As educators and caregivers, we have a responsibility to maintain professionalism not only in our programs but also online. This workshop focuses on: 

• Exploring the complexities of being an educator and the impact of leaving a digital footprint in this world.
• Understanding professional boundaries and ethics in digital spaces, including the implications of anonymity and the impacts of contributing to early childhood narratives online.
• Gaining clarity on how to ethically show up online, appropriately share content, and professionally use AI

Program: Workshop Facilitator Leadership Training

If your mandate is to provide educational information to your community, but internally nobody is taking initiative, this training is perfect for your organization. Workshop Facilitator Training is leadership training designed specifically for experienced Early Years Professionals (Early Childhood Educators, Primary School Teachers, ECE College Instructors, Early Intervention Clinicians, etc) who want to learn how to create and facilitate educational workshops for parents, caregivers, and other Early Years Professionals. This program runs over 6 sessions and can be customized to support organizations with a mandate to educate in their community. This training includes:

• Introduction: Program Outline, Expectations and Addressing Mindset
• Session One: Clarifying Your Philosophy, Rooting in Your Organization's Mandate & Workshop Topic 
• Session Two: Outlining Your Workshop Content 
• Session Three: Enhancing Your Presentation Skills
• Session Four: Developing Your Group Facilitation Skills
• Session Five: Finalizing Your Workshop & Participant Materials
• Session Six: Writing Proposals and Outreach

Book a call with Ana to learn more about organizational pricing.

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Ana's parenting workshops are underpinned by a deep level of understanding. Her workshops are non-judgmental and encourage attachment and connection. Ana provides strategies on supporting child development through play and supporting emotional awareness through co-regulation. These workshops are meant for parents with children in the early years age group (0-6). Reach out to get a description for any of the workshop titles below.

• Not Permissive Parenting and Finding the Right Balance
• Navigating Big Emotions with Young Children
• Helping Children Learn Through Play
• Easing the Gradual Entry Transition into Group Child Care
• Preparing Children and Parents for the Kindergarten Transition