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Choose It, Use It: Great Circle Time Picks
Online WebinarWhy is Circle Time important? What do we already know about Circle Time? Circle Time is valuable in a variety of ways: it builds relationships, builds a sense of community in the classroom, provides an avenue to share ideas, engage in conversation, offers a time to listen to others and develop skills as members of […]
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**CANCELLED** An Introduction to Contracts and Policies for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarDo you need to write your first contract and policy for your child care center? Do you have a contract and policy but are wondering if it has everything you need? In this workshop we will identify the difference between contracts and policies, give examples of what goes into contracts and policies, and apply the […]
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Tax and Recordkeeping for Family Child Care
Online WebinarDoes keeping up with current tax laws as it relates to self-employed business practices seem overwhelming? Learn what it means to be self-employed, how to track income and expenses, and what business expenses can be deducted. Gain other useful resources for tax planning. Trainer: Mike Allen, CPA Audience: All Family Child Care Providers 1.5 Training Hours; […]
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**CANCELLED** Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarThe Strengthening Business Practices for Centers training addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of child care programs. The purpose of this training is to strengthen childcare provider’s foundational knowledge of fiscal terms, concepts, and practices. It encourages providers to realize the importance of fiscal planning to the sustainability of their business operations. It […]
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**CANCELLED** Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarThe Strengthening Business Practices for Centers training addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of child care programs. The purpose of this training is to strengthen childcare provider’s foundational knowledge of fiscal terms, concepts, and practices. It encourages providers to realize the importance of fiscal planning to the sustainability of their business operations. It […]
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**CANCELLED** Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarThe Strengthening Business Practices for Centers training addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of child care programs. The purpose of this training is to strengthen childcare provider’s foundational knowledge of fiscal terms, concepts, and practices. It encourages providers to realize the importance of fiscal planning to the sustainability of their business operations. It […]
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**CANCELLED** Strengthening Business Practices for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarThe Strengthening Business Practices for Centers training addresses basic concepts in fiscal and operational management of child care programs. The purpose of this training is to strengthen childcare provider’s foundational knowledge of fiscal terms, concepts, and practices. It encourages providers to realize the importance of fiscal planning to the sustainability of their business operations. It […]
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Infant/Toddler Activities: Art, Dramatic, Play, Music, Movement
Online WebinarJoin our training to explore how to create a developmentally appropriate environment for infants and toddlers using art, dramatic play, music, and movement. Learn strategies to enhance creativity, cognitive, social-emotional, and motor development in infants and toddlers. Trainer: Cheryl Joseph, Professor, Oakton Community College Audience: All Providers Caring for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos 2 Training Hours; […]
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Creating an Inclusive Environment: Understanding and Supporting Different Disabilities
Online WebinarThis training equips early childhood educators with the knowledge and strategies around inclusive learning environments that embrace and support differing abilities in early childhood settings. Participants will explore typical signs of developmental delays, learn how to identify and accommodate varying needs, and discover ways to foster a culture of belonging. Trainers: Andrea Cossey & Mary Kelly, […]
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An Introduction to the Environment Rating Scales
DeKalb First United Methodist Church 2400 N Annie Glidden Rd, DeKalb, IL, United StatesThis training is for center-based programs and family child care providers and offers an overview of the Environment Rating Scales. The Environment Rating Scales are user-friendly assessment tools that measure the quality of the learning environment for infants through school-age children. After completing this training, participants will be able to use the tool(s) for program […]
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What Does the Suspension/Expulsion Law Really Mean?
Online WebinarWhile the Illinois Suspension & Expulsion Bill has been around for many years, there are still questions in the field. In this training, we will discuss what was the Bill's intention, what it says, and how we use it in practice. Trainer: Dr. Anni Reinking Audience: All Providers 2 Training Hours; Level of Learning: Introductory Fee: Non […]
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An Introduction to Contracts & Policies for Child Care Centers
Online WebinarDo you need to write your first contract and policy for your child care center? Do you have a contract and policy but are wondering if it has everything you need? In this workshop we will identify the difference between contracts and policies, give examples of what goes into contracts and policies, and apply the […]
