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

During this engaging live webinar series, you will

• Get into the heart and mind of the families you work with to gain understanding of what parents are looking for when they leave their child with you to help increase positive outcomes for all. Why do parents disengage or dismiss your ideas and important feedback? How can you work together to ensure the most positive behavior outcomes for the child? What leads to lack of follow through or pushing your boundaries? What can you do about it?!
• 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.
• Identify strategies to build a strong connection with families that increase the rewards you experience in your work as you build trusting relationships and foster bonded connections that last (even through difficulties!)

The Series: 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!)  

Part 1: It's All About Relationships (March 8th).  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 strategies to build a rewarding relationship with families that will ensure they remain open to your feedback 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.

(Minnesota) Approved for KCF III: Relationships with Families (2 Hours)

(New York) Approved for Family and Community Relationship (2 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. The strategies learned will help keep parents open to your insight, increase family buy-in, and help maintain your important relationship.

(Minnesota) Approved for KCF III: Relationships with Families (2 Hours)

(New York) Approved for Family and Community Relationship (2 Hours)

Part 3:  Navigating Conflicts, Cultural Dynamics, and Differences in Caregiving Practices (March 22nd) - Ever had a parent who asked you to do something you were not comfortable with (such as stop giving their child naps?)  I was that parent... and when this challenge was not resolved collaboratively, I chose another childcare.  What can you do to resolve conflicts in a way that feels like a win-win and keeps families invested in your program? Discover methods to address issues that come up and work through differences in a way that empowers parents and leaves all parties feelings respected and valued.

(Minnesota) Approved for KCF III: Relationships with Families (2 Hours)

(New York) Approved for Family and Community Relationship (2 Hours)

We hope you can join us on March 8th, 15th and 22nd!  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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FAQ:

• Are the collaborating with families trainings approved in Develop and Aspire? YES! All of our courses, whether live, on-demand, or in person, are approved by Develop/MNCPD-Achieve. The collaborating with families trainings are also approved in Aspire as a Quality Assured training
• How long does Develop/Aspire entry take? Develop/Aspire 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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Who is your presenter?

Raelene Ostberg is the Founder of Thriving Together and brings unique perspective to her Collaborating with Families series. Raelene partnered with early childhood educators to successfully raise her own two daughters as she served families in different capacities (in the early childhood classroom, home-visiting, as a parent educator, and as a professional speaker). Through her journey with four different childcare providers, and the ups and downs that came with it, she gained interesting knowledge and understanding that aligns with studies on this topic. What are they looking for when they leave their child with caregivers? Why do parents disengage?  What leads to lack of follow through and pushing your boundaries? What can you do about it?! Join us for this insightful and engaging series as it brings you into the mind and heart of your clients (the family members who utilize your program).

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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 10 minute "ZOOM Webinar Essentials" to help you get to know the online environment and get the most out of your learning experience!  Simply join your classroom 15 minutes prior to the webinar.
• To find out more about this wonderful online learning format, view this video!

These interactive live webinars are offered through Zoom Webinar.  You simply need

• Download the "Zoom Client for Meetings" App at https://zoom.us/download
• An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE)
• Speakers – built-in or USB plug-in or wireless Bluetooth (you will not need a webcam or microphone as you will not be seen or heard)  - To find out more about this wonderful online learning format, view this video!

You will not be seen or heard, so you do not need a microphone or video/webcam capability. Mostly just an internet connected device (works great on desk top, lap top, or tablet/Ipad!)

During this live, easy and engaging learning format, you will

• Have fun learning while you gain useful strategies you can use today with the young children you care for.
• Hear an engaging live presentation by Raelene Ostberg, Master Trainer and Founder of Thriving Together, on a live webcam with an insightful powerpoint presentation.
• Participate in interactive polls, chats, and a problem-solving session.
• Lower your stress, increase your success, and enhance your joy while caring for young children
• NOTE: *You will not be seen or heard (so you can even be in your pjs!)

We look forward to learning with you!