Early Childhood Training & Coaching
Early Childhood Literacy & Learning Specialists work with educators face-to-face or virtually to develop skills in instructional practices, teacher-child interactions, and data collection. Through working with our specialists, educators develop the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure that children enter kindergarten ready.
My experiences with The Center have been awesome. I am learning a lot but still have some struggles, they follow up with me on my progress. I greatly appreciate The Center. Mrs. Brandt has helped me to improve my teaching techniques. Plus how to deal with the kids!
-Donna, 2023 teacher
The first five years of a child’s life create the foundation for children to accomplish critical developmental growth that sets the stage for later school success. From the first day of life to the first day of kindergarten, children will learn, change, and grow at a rapid rate. It is during these first years that the brain undergoes its most dramatic growth.
The Center’s Coaching Model
We implement the Practice Based Coaching Model in our coaching interactions. This model supports teachers and leaders use of effective teaching practices that ultimately lead to positive outcomes for children.
Three main coaching components are:
- Setting goals and action steps
- Engaging in focused observations
- Reflecting and sharing feedback about teaching practices
Early Childhood Services
ON-SITE & VIRTUAL
Available in childcare and school site settings
- Practice-Based Coaching
- Coach the Coach Model
- Walkthroughs
- Informal CLASS Observations
- Communities of Practice
- Tier 1 Curriculum Support
- Customized Professional Developments
- Science of Reading and Early Literacy Training and Support
The Center has been extremely helpful in understanding and clarifying the scores I have been receiving for my observations. They have given me such confidence and relief in order for me to grow and be a better teacher. they have been so amazing for me this year and I hope to work with them again next year.
-LINDSAY, 2023 TEACHER
Our Early Childhood Team:
- Advanced education and experience
- Louisiana Pathways certified trainers
- CDA instructors
- CDA professional development specialists
- Train the Trainer CLASS Specialist
- Certified CLASS reliable observers (infant, toddler, Pre-K, K-3)
- TS Gold Reliable
- Advocates for Early Childhood Education
Meet The Center’s Early Childhood Literacy & Learning Specialists
My experience with working with The Center for Literacy & Learning was very helpful and knowledgeable. I was able to improve my class observation score in most areas.
-2023 educator
The Center for Literacy & Learning is able to customize a program to fit the unique needs of your school, educator professional or parents. Contact Us if you feel this type of program can be beneficial to you.