In this two part interactive workshop we will look deeply at how to bridge the connection between educators and families. You must register for and attend both sessions.
February 2nd: Family and Staff Relationships
Communication between families and staff is shown to be an essential link in quality, appropriate, culturally authentic care for children. We will explore some of the key elements involved in developing good working relationships with our families – and why that matters!
February 9th: Resolving Challenging Issues with Families
Despite our best efforts we will still encounter a variety of both sensitive and challenging issues with our families. This workshop aims to look at some of those issues and suggest some general principles that will help guide us toward successful outcomes.
Facilitator Biography: Christine Hibbert is an ECE and School Age Educator and an experienced facilitator. Christine has worked in the field of childcare for more than 30 years, beginning her career as a teacher in England. She worked in family child care and pre-schools before becoming Executive Director at Jericho Kids’ Club, Out of School Care in Vancouver. Recently retired from JKC, Christine continues to be an involved advocate and passionate educator in the childcare community.