Collaborating with Families Part 1: It's All About Relationships

*YOU CHOOSE - Take Part 1 , 2 or 3 or ALL three for a huge discount, a toolbox FULL of strategies, and six approved training hours!)  

In the series, you will discover strategies to help build a relationship that will help you thrive amidst difficulty and the inevitable challenges that come up when educating and sharing the care of young children. Join us on March 8th, 15th and 22nd.

During this engaging live online webinar, you will

• Discover strategies to build a strong connection with families
• Collect easy-to-apply communication techniques that will help you achieve positive outcomes for the child and keep parents open to your feedback
• Increase the rewards you experience in your work as you build trusting relationships and foster bonded connections that last!

We hope you can join us for this fun and informative learning opportunity!  If you need any assistance registering or have questions,  simply reach out to Krista, Administrative Director at: admin@thriving-together.com

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Series Information

Part 1: It's All About Relationships (March 8th).  Learn  strategies to build a rewarding relationship with families that will ensure   they remain open to your feedback and stay committed to working together   through challenges and concerns. The reality is, working with others to   educate and care for young children can be difficult, especially when   families show up distracted and stressed, don't check in, linger at goodbye   time, or do not follow program rules or guidelines. Collect easy-to-apply communication techniques that will help you achieve positive outcomes for the   family and your program. Increase the rewards you experience in your work as   you foster bonded connections that last amidst difficulties and help weather   the inevitable challenges that come up. 

Approved for KCF III: Relationships with Families (2.00 Hours)

Part 2:  Communicating Concerns and Challenges (March 15th) - Gain  strategies to effectively and comfortably discuss concerns and challenging   behaviors with families. Collect methods to set the stage for these   conversations before concerns arise. Identify tips and specific helpful   language that will turn these potentially awkward or tense conversations into   comfortable and collaborative discussions. Apply the tools learned to common   real-life scenarios. You will increase your confidence and ease with having   sensitive conversations and ensure the discussions keep others open to your   insight, increase family buy-in, and help maintain your important   relationship with families. 

Approved for KCF III: Relationships with Families (2.00 Hours)

Part 3:  Navigating Conflicts, Cultural Dynamics, and Differences in Caregiving Practices (March 22nd) - Learn   a process to collaboratively and comfortably resolve conflicts and caregiving   differences that inevitably come up when sharing the care and education of   young children. The way adults educate and provide care for children is   driven by personal goals, values, and culture. Explore how cultural   differences and opposing values can fuel conflict. Discover methods to   address issues that come up, work through differences, and set boundaries in   a way that empowers parents and leaves all parties feelings respected and   valued. Increase the likelihood families will be on your team through   difficult discussions and differences in child-rearing approaches and ensure   success for your program and the families you work with. 

Approved for KCF III: Relationships with Families (2.00 Hours)

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FAQ:

• Are the collaborating with families trainings approved in Develop? YES! All of our courses, whether live, on-demand, or in person, are approved by Develop/MNCPD-Achieve.
• How long does Develop entry take? Develop entry occurs within 1 business day after you finish the course survey.
• Do you offer a discount for groups? Yes! If you sign up five or more, we give an additional 10% of the series rate.

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You will also LOVE the Collaborating with Families Series online learning experience! 100% of attendees recommended this series!

Series Feedback:

• "It is a wonderful webinar, that will help you reflect on how you are currently collaborating with families and give you great strategies to improve them." - Jessica C., Childcare Provider
• "It made me more aware of keeping those connections with families going.  Sometimes we slip into autopilot and forget to focus on those things." - Lisa T., Childcare Provider
• "This webinar is full of tips and strategies a childcare provider can use easily every day to enhance the relationships and experiences of families and themselves." - Heather N., Childcare Provider
• "Engaging, helpful, useful content and strategies which you can start implementing immediately." - Carolyn B., Childcare Provider
• "Very valuable experience and felt connected and welcomed! You do a great job engage with those from all different educational settings focusing on children and families!" - Breiley D., Childcare Provider
• "The passion Raelene has for growth of children and families is evident!" - Irene V., Childcare Provider

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Technology Information

Worried about the tech?

• If you are new to Zoom Webinars, we can set up a time, prior to the day of the webinar, to go over any questions or concerns you might have. Simply reach out to Krista, Administrative Director at: admin@thriving-together.com
• Join us for a free