Working with children has always been a passion for you and you would like to turn that passion into a career. You want an opportunity to mold young minds, support children’s growth, and help each child develop socially and emotionally. You want to stand out to potential employers and have the... How to become a preschool teacher and be in demand.
What is the CDA? The Child Development Associate (commonly known as the CDA) is a credential educators can earn that proves their competency in early childhood education, and is a great way to advance your career in the field. Developed in the 1970s, the CDA was to be the solution to improving... What to Know About the CDA
The sounds of children playing throughout learning centers as teachers circulate the room engaging in conversations around the children’s play fill the early childhood classroom. Laughter is a key ingredient here as teachers develop their curriculum around the children’s interests.... How to Become a Preschool Teacher
Candidates seeking a national CDA certification, must complete a suggested minimum sequence of modules to cover areas of training required by the National CDA. Candidates must also complete 480 hours of working with children in the age range for which they are being assessed. Our trainings ca... Organizing Your CDA Portfolio
It is very easy to ask questions that answer with a yes or no response but to understand how your child is feeling you need to know what to ask. Join this seminar to engage in discussions and role modeling to help better understand how your child is really feeling. ( 1 hour class participation... $1... Learn to Use Open Ended Questions to Find Out About Your Child's Day
There are many benefits of continuously taking child care training courses. Ongoing training can help educate teachers about the latest research in the area of child care. This is especially important in fields related to learning and teaching strategies because the teacher may be able to lear... Importance of Annual Child Care Training
Now Available: Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide The Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide is now available. This guide provides an overview of careers in early childhood education in Maryland. The Direct Services and Supportive Services sections of this document describe specific jobs, i... Now Available: Maryland Early Childhood Career Guide
With many preschool classes getting ready to wrap up and send their student off to kindergarten, I thought this was a great article to share. Going to kindergarten is an important life event. Preschoolers can feel excited—and a bit worried, too. Families have similar feelings, knowing th... Transitions to Kindergarten
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