Early childhood programs are seeing an increase in children requiring developmental and behavioral support, while educators navigate complex service pathways, limited resources, and inconsistent collaboration with outside providers.
This two-part training provides a structured system for directors and practical tools for teachers to:
- Improve access to services through both educational and medical pathways
- Strengthen collaboration with therapy providers
- Create consistency across the classroom and therapy environments
- Reduce staff overwhelm while supporting children effectively
Learning Objectives
Participants will:
- Understand how children access services
- Identify their role in supporting families through the referral process
- Communicate effectively with therapists to support classroom success
- Use Environmental Support Plans consistently
- Apply simple strategies throughout the school day
Expected Outcomes:
- Increased teacher confidence in supporting children who need services
- Improved communication between teachers and therapists
- Increased follow-through with strategies across the day
- Better support for families navigating services
- Reduced frustration through clear, simple tools
