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, transformative information, a lot of fun learning, and six early childhood training hours!   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. Together we 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

You will increase the rewards you experience in your work as you build trusting relationships and foster bonded connections that last!

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The Series

Thursday, March 9

Part 1: It's All About Relationships.  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)

CDA Content Area IV: Strategies to establish productive relationships with families (2 Hours)

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

Thursday, March 16

Part 2:  Communicating Concerns and Challenges - 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)

CDA Content Area IV: Strategies to establish productive relationships with families (2 Hours)

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

Thursday, March 23

Part 3:  Navigating Conflicts, Cultural Dynamics, and Differences in Caregiving Practices- 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)

CDA Content Area IV: Strategies to establish productive relationships with families (2 Hours)

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

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You gain 2 training hours for each webinar!

All participants who fully complete the course will receive a training certificate for 2-training hours for each webinar (6-hours total!)  To receive your training hours, you will need to log in to Zoom to participate in chats/polls  as you apply the concepts to your environment and complete a brief evaluation survey.  Participants must not miss more than 15 minutes of the session.  During the session, you must not be responsible for the care of young children or driving a car.

100% Approved in both MN (Develop-MNCPD/Achieve) and NY for 2-training hours (Meet OCFS training requirements, Quality Assured, and count towards NYS Regulatory Training Requirements).  Participants from MN and NY will receive entry into Develop or Aspire, if needed, within two business days of completing the course.

Visit the website to see all upcoming courses and on-demand anytime learning opportunities!  - https://www.thriving-together.com/webinars 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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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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About Your Presenter:

Raelene Ostberg is the Founder of Thriving Together, an organization dedicated to designing and delivering informative, engaging, and inspiring learning experiences to support early childhood educators and the trainers and leaders that support them.  Raelene brings a unique perspective to her Collaborating with Families series as she has partnered with early childhood educators to successfully raise her own two daughters while she served families in different capacities. Through her journey with four different childcare providers, and the ups and downs that came with it, she gained interesting insight that aligns with studies on this topic.  Raelene has also worked as a Parent Educator with Early Childhood Family Education, a Staff Coordinator with PAIIR in Rochester, and as a Home Visitor with Way to Grow in Northeast Minneapolis.  To date, Raelene has delivered fun and useful learning experiences that have informed, engaged, entertained, and inspired thousands of early childhood professionals on this topic and others related to working with others, transforming challenging behaviors, decreasing stress, and promoting self-control.  Raelene obtained her B.A. in Theater and M.Ed. in Family Education from the University of Minnesota.

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FAQ:

• Are these trainings approved in Develop and Aspire? YES! All of our live webinars are approved in Develop/MNCPD-Achieve and Aspire (All Meet OCFS training requirements, Quality Assured, and count towards NYS Regulatory Training Requirements)
• 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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Technology Information

Worried about the tech?

• If needed, set up a time to test your connection before that day to go over any questions or concerns you might have by emailing Krista, Administrative Director at: admin@thriving-together.com
• If you are unfamiliar with the format, join Raelene five minutes before the webinar to go over the course expectations or view the video at https://youtu.be/b169sCfhtkg

To participate in these interactive live Zoom webinars, you simply need

• Zoom App:  Download the latest "Zoom Client for Meetings" App at https://zoom.us/download
• Internet connection: You need Broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE) - Note, Zoom requirements periodically change. Please visit https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362023-Zoom-system-requirements-Windows-macOS-Linux for the latest.
• Speakers:  The presenter is on the webcam so you will need need built-in or USB plug-in or wireless Bluetooth in order to hear the presentation.
• Computer or Tablet screen:  For this live webinar, the larger the screen the better.  It works great on a desktop, laptop, or tablet. A phone is not recommended.

You will not be seen or heard, so you do not need a microphone or video/webcam capability.  To find out more about this wonderful online learning format, view the video at - https://youtu.be/b169sCfhtkg

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!