Director's Toolbox Module Series

Course Number
SEDirTBv2-14hrECE
Overview
This module series has been created specically with those in leadership
roles in mind. Topics covered will include:
*Organizational climate
*Leadership in the context of Early Education
*Staff recruitment and retention
*Facilitating effective meetings
*Practicing self-awareness and reflection
*Team building
*Supporting Teachers
Objective

6.1a meets or exceeds the minimum requirements needed for their position, as applicable.

6.1d Maintains job-specific professional and personal boundaries, and models those appropriate boundaries.

6.1f Knows and practices the ethical responsibilities in the applicable code of ethical conduct (i.e., NAEYC, NASW CEC/DEC) and recognizes the differences between ethics and personal values.

6.2a Conducts work and related tasks in a reliable, through, and efficient manner.

6.2c Demonstrates flexibility and is open to change

6.2. d. Involves and works with others in planning, problem-solving, and implementing effective practices.

6.2. f. Is able to tolerate stress and maintain a stable environment

6.2i Recognizes and respects individual strengths, differences, and viewpoints.

6.2.j Links current research and best practices in education, family health and/or disability services to own work by keeping abreast of new information and reflecting on its relevance.

6.3.a Recognizes that professionalism should be shown in all work settings, not just meetings

6.3.b Maintains a presentable, professional appearance relevant to the position and setting.

6.3.d Maintains a presentable, professional appearance relevant to the position and setting.

6.3. e. Demonstrates practices that reflect personal philosophy

6.3.f Demonstrates an awareness that personal behaviors and actions within the work setting reflect on the setting.

6.3. g. Develops strategies to maintain one’s physical, mental, and emotional health

6.4.a Is curious and understands that learning is a lifelong process.

6.4.e Seeks out knowledge of the cultures and populations within the community and integrates into practice

6.4.f Knows that certain behaviors and types of communication among unfamiliar cultures can lead to misinterpretation and misunderstanding.

6.4.g Explores and integrates current trends and research-based practices to make and justify decision.

6.5.e Services as a mentor and resource for others in the field.

6.5.f Builds networks and teams which provide a broad base of support and facilitate professional growth.

6.5. h. Supports and promotes teamwork and trusting, respectful interactions

6.7.a Sees oneself as a part of a professional community.

6.7.j Facilitates collaborative teams

7.1a Meets federal, state, and program documentation requirements by ensuring that the program maintains accurate, objective timely, and well-organized child, family, financial, and program records

7.1.d Establishes and implements policies and procedures to ensure confidentiality of child, family, and staff.

7.2.a Works collaboratively with governing boards, advisory groups, and committees.

7.2.b uses strategic planning to ensure the long-term success and effectiveness of the program.

7.2.g Organizes and staffs the program to minimize the number of transitions and individual child or family experiences during the day and/or program year.

7.2.h Seeks opportunities to utilize technology to manage the program and/or services.

7.3. b. Designs, implements, analyzes, and revises organizational structure, job descriptions, evaluations, and personnel policies and procedures

7.3.c. Recognizes how caring for and educating young children differs from the care and education of older children

7.3.e Advances staff performance by observing practice, reviewing documentation, and meeting regularly to provide feedback and support to staff in on-going self-reflection.

7.3.f provides supervisory support necessary for staff to maintain ethical standards and best practices.

7.3. j. Uses observation, reflection, and assessment tools to assess one’s role of administrator

7.3.k Assists staff to advance program quality through supporting them in linking current research, resources, and program data to their practice by discussing program quality issues and way to advance practice.

7.4.a Knows accepted business practices, legal and regulatory requirements, financial management, marketing, and record keeping.

7.4.i Ensures a safe, welcoming, well-equipped program environment by contributing to he development of sound budgets, purchasing high-quality materials and equipment, and establishing and/or implementing systems to monitor/replace equipment facilities.

7.4.k Seeks, secures, and maintains collaborative partnerships that maximize resources.

7.5a Shares program philosophy, mission, and service with staff, families, and the community and encourages staff to do the same

7.5.k Supports staff in seeking knowledge of community resources in order to connect families with the most appropriate supports.

7.5.l Creates partnerships with the larger community to develop resources that support children and families

7.5q Establishes and implements policies and practices that engage families in meaningful decision-making opportunities for their child and the program.

7.5.t Demonstrates healthy and appropriate professional boundaries and works with staff to develop and model their own healthy boundaries.

7.6.a Establishes and implements quality assurance processes.

7.6.e Understands continuous quality improvement is an on-going process linking program design, implementation, evaluation, and revision

7.6.g. Supports the governing body, policy group, and/or advisory group in making informed decisions and program plans and policies by providing them with accurate and timely information

7.6.f Connects all program operation elements to continuous quality improvement
Additional Information
Each Session will have a separate AGENDA but follow the
same simple format:
Welcome
Group Lecture
Small group discussion

This training is owned by the West Virginia Division of Early Care and Education and presented by regional Resource & Referral Agency Professional Development Providers. This training may be restricted by region. Please contact the course instructor or your local Resource & Referral office if you have any questions.

Course Hours
14.00

Scheduled Event(s) for this Course
REQUIRES REGISTRATION Overview
This session is intended for Child Care Directors to take a close look at how organizational climate helps shape the quality of work life for staff. They will learn how to access the organizational climate of the program.

Objective(s)
6.1d Maintains job-specific professional and personal boundaries, and models those appropriate boundaries.
6.2a Conducts work and related tasks in a reliable, through, and efficient manner.
6.3f Demonstrates an awareness that personal behaviors and actions within the work setting reflect on the setting.
6.4f Knows that certain behaviors and types of communication among unfamiliar cultures can lead to misinterpretation and misunderstanding.
7.2h Seeks opportunities to utilize technology to manage the program and/or services.
7.3k Assists staff to advance program quality through supporting them in linking current research, resources, and program data to their practice by discussing program quality issues and way to advance practice. 
7.5t Demonstrates healthy and appropriate professional boundaries and works with staff to develop and model their own healthy boundaries. 
7.6e Understands continuous quality improvement is an on-going process linking program design, implementation, evaluation, and revision

Currently Selected:
None
REQUIRES REGISTRATION Overview
This course is intended for Child Care Directors:
Building trust and a spirit of collaboration among staff is central to achieving high-performing work teams.  This work-shop provides a framework for analyzing different types of decisions in program management and suggests ways that directors can move toward a more participative process in achieving program goals. 

Objective(s)
6.2c demonstrates flexibility and is open to change
6.4e Seeks out knowledge of the cultures and populations within the community and integrates into practice
6.5f Builds networks and teams which provide a broad base of support and facilitate professional growth
7.2a Works collaboratively with governing boards, advisory groups, and committees
7.3k Assists staff to advance program quality through supporting them in linking current research, resources, and program data to their practice by discussing program quality issues and ways to advance practice.
7.4k Seeks, secures, and maintains collaborative partnerships that maximize resources.
7.5l Creates partnerships with the larger community to develop resources that support children and families.
 


Currently Selected:
None
REQUIRES REGISTRATION Overview
This course is intended for Child Care Directors. From The Directors Tool Box, explore From the Inside Out; The power of self-awareness.
•Learn the importance of reflective practice
•Learn practical strategies for reducing stress
•Reflect on how past experiences shape present perceptions and future aspirations

Objective(s)
6.2 acdf
6.36efg
6.4 aci
6.5h
7.1 d
7.3bcj

Currently Selected:
None
REQUIRES REGISTRATION Overview
This course is intended for Child Care Directors, as part of the Directors Tool Box. 
This presentation presents strategies to help build staff competence and commitment and expand opportunities for collaboration to expand competence and confidence to support one another in moving toward a shared vision of program excellence.  

Objective(s)
6.1d Maintains job-specific professional and personal boundaries, and models those appropriate boundaries. 
6.2d Involves and works with other in planning, problem-solving, and implementing effective practices. 
6.2i Recognizes and respects individual strengths, differences, and viewpoints. 
6.3f Demonstrates an awareness that personal behaviors and actions within the work setting reflect on the setting. 
6.4a Is curious and understands that learning is a lifelong process.
6.5e Services as a mentor and resource for others in the field. 
6.7a Sees oneself as a part of a professional community.
7.2b Uses strategic planning to ensure the long-term success and effectiveness of the program.
7.3e Advances staff performance by observing practice, reviewing documentation, and meeting regularly to provide feedback and support to staff in on-going self-reflection. 
7.5k Supports staff in seeking knowledge of community resources in order to connect families with the most appropriate supports. 
7.6a Establishes and implements quality assurance processes. 
 


Currently Selected:
None
REQUIRES REGISTRATION Overview
This session is intended for Child Care Directors, as part of the Directors Tool Box.
This presentation explores the concept of leadership in the context of early education. It looks at the role of the director and the skills and competencies needed to nurture leadership at all levels of an organization. 

Objective(s)
6.1f Knows and practices the ethical responsibilities in the applicable code of ethical conduct (i.e., NAEYC, NASW CEC/DEC) and recognizes the differences between ethics and personal values. 
6.2a Conducts work and related tasks in a reliable, thorough, and efficient manner. 
6.3d Maintains a presentable, professional appearance relevant to the position and setting.
6.4g Explores and integrates current trends and research-based practices to make and justify decisions.
6.5f Builds networks and teams which provide a broad base of support and facilitate professional growth. 
7.1d Establishes and implements policies and procedures to ensure confidentiality of child, family, and staff.
7.2a Works collaboratively with governing boards, advisory groups, and committees.
7.3k Assists staff to advance program quality through supporting them in linking current research, resources, and program data to their practice by discussing program quality issues and ways to advance practice. 
74a Knows accepted business practices, legal and regulatory requirements, financial management, marketing, and record keeping.
7.5q Establishes and implements policies and practices that engage families in meaningful decision-making opportunities for their child and the program. 
7.6f Connects all program operation elements to continuous quality improvement. 

Currently Selected:
None
REQUIRES REGISTRATION Overview
This session is intend for Child Care Directors, as part of the Directors Tool Box.  A guide to deliver the essentials of facilitating an effective meeting.
Directors rely on meetings as the primary vehicle for communicating information, promoting professional growth, and building a sense of community. 
This presentation provides a framework for planning and conducting more engaging and productive meetings. 

Objective(s)
6.2i Recognizes and respects individual strengths, differences, and viewpoints.
6.3a  Recognizes that professionalism should be shown in all work settings, not just meetings
6.5f builds networks and teams which provide a broad base of support and facilitate professional growth.
6.7j Facilitates collaborative teams
7.2b uses strategic planning to ensure the long-term success and effectiveness of the program.
7.3f provides supervisory support necessary for staff to maintain ethical standards and best practices. 
7.5t Demonstrates healthy and appropriate professional boundaries and works with the staff  to develop and model their own healthy boundaries.
7.6g. Supports the governing body, policy group, and/or advisory group in making informed decisions and program plans and policies by providing them with accurate and timely information



Currently Selected:
None
REQUIRES REGISTRATION Overview
This course is intended for Child Care Directors, as part of the Directors Tool Box. Successful staff recruitment and selection is a crucial component of administering high-quality early care and education. 
This presentation provides a framework for learning about strategies for improving the likelihood that early childhood directors will be successful in finding the right person for the job opportunities offered.

Objective(s)
6.1a meets or exceeds the minimum requirements needed for their position, as applicable. 
6.1d Maintains job-specific professional and personal boundaries, and models those appropriate boundaries.,
6.2c Demonstrates flexibility and is open to change
6.2j  Links current research and best practices in education, family health and/or disability services to own work by keeping abreast of new information and reflecting on its relevance.
6.3b Maintains a presentable, professional appearance relevant to the position and setting. 
7.1a Meets federal, state, and program documentation requirements by ensuring that the program maintains accurate, objective timely, and well organized child, family, financial, and program records. 
7.2g Organizes and staffs the program to minimize the number of transitions and individual child or family experiences during the day and/or program year. 
7.3a Has written policies and procedures to attract and retain a qualified, well-trained staff. 
7.4i Ensures a safe, welcoming, well-equipped program environment by contributing to he development of sound budgets, purchasing high-quality materials and equipment, and establishing and/or implementing systems to monitor/replace equipment facilities.
7.5a Shares program philosophy , mission, and service with staff, families, and the community and encourages staff to do the same.
7.6a Establishes and implements quality assurance processes. 

Currently Selected:
None
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