Benefits to Programs
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30 hours of coaching for staff related to Six Essential Practices of Infant/Toddler Care.
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Enhanced, more effective learning environments.
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Stronger relationships between children and their caregiver.
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Expanded positive relationships with families.
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Increased community involvement and support through resources.
Benefits to Professionals
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Free formal training in effective positive interactions with children and their families.
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Coaching on methods to develop strong relationships and trust with your children.
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Support and ideas to assist children who may have challenging behaviors.
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Personalized observation and specific input to form Quality Improvement Plans for your classroom.
Benefits to Children
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Relationship-based caregivers.
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Age-appropriate learning environments.
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Assistance in building learning environments and learning social skills through play.
Benefits to Families
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Caregivers who have received specialized professional development in infant and toddler care.
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Improved opportunities for relationship building with caregivers.
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Parent meetings to learn new ways to engage in play and have conversation with your children.
Requirements to Participate
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Must provide care for infants and toddlers.
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Must apply and be accepted into the project. Email Amanda Waters to sign up.
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Must be OKDHS Licensed at a 1 Star Plus or higher, and have a current subsidy contract.
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Must have at least 10 percent of capacity filled with children receiving subsidy.
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Must select one staff member working at least 30 hours a week with infants and toddlers.