WORKSHOPS

growing as an educator...

is about being open to new ways of thinking, reflecting on your own practice and implementing foundational philosophies that guide you in all aspects.

Leaning into the uncomfortableness and uncertainty that comes with change...

gently unfolds the shift from within

Growth is when you take the first step beyond that uncomfortableness and embrace what happens next with...

new perspectives and knowledge.

It's not about knowing exactly what is going to happen, but using your whole self to LISTEN, FEEL AND SEE what is happening before you, to you and within you.

I am veronica green,
early childhood consultant.

I have the honour of supporting and cultivating communities of like-minded early childhood educators from all over the world. I am deeply influenced by the Reggio Emilia Approach which focuses on a strong image of the child, educator and family all while creating a learning environment that is a reflection of your values and principles as an educator.

This approach has been an integral part of my journey as an early childhood educator through discovering how to listen to and understand our son through his sensory processing needs and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Discovering the magic and power of loose parts along with their connections to aiding sensory processing, I have learned to understand behaviour as a form of communication and developed an early learning program that was inclusive and filled with wonder and curiosity for all children.

Curating quality professional development for my fellow educators is a true passion and honoured journey. I share my practice and stories from my early learning program inside these online workshops.

Within each workshop I carefully connect important theory from child development and share how I have made integral reflections that transformed my practice.

| IN THEIR OWN WORDS |

Veronica's trainings are informative, succinct, easy to follow, and fun to watch. Veronica herself has a wealth of knowledge in early learning, from loose parts to sensory processing and delivers practical strategies for Educators at all levels of experience in their roles.

- Danielle Bourdin
Founder - Embolden Private Dayhome Community

provocations

CREATING MEANINGFUL AND ENGAGING PLAY EXPERIENCES
1.5 HOURS PD

In this workshop educators will feel confident in their understanding of how children develop through the FOUNDATIONS OF PLAY. Be able to connect THEORY TO PRACTICE, create, build a working mission statement and how to make it visible within your provocations. Learn to use the SELF-REFLECTIVE GUIDE OF THE 5 W'S to creating provocations and regain their sense of wonder and creativity using AUTHENTIC & UNIQUE RESOURCES. Educators will gain confidence in their ROLE while children engage with the provocations and discover simple wasy to make the learning visible through DOCUMENTATION. Lastly we will look at sourcing and the storage of provocation materials.

special price of $29

| In their own words |

"You could have not explained Provocations / Emergent Curriculum / Reggio Emilia Approach any more clearer. You have helped many childcare educators and gave them the tools and guidelines to teach in a whole new way. Thank you!"

- Colleen Berg
Assistant Director - Rainbow Day Nursery

SUPPORTING SENSORY NEEDS

UNDERSTANDING WHAT BEHAVIOURS ARE COMMUNICATING
3 HOURS PD

This introductory workshop will help educators foster a mindset that BEHAVIOUR IS A COMMUNICATION! We'll look at the basics of SENSORY PROCESSING, and how our bodies receive daily sensory information and output behavioural and emotional responses that may or may not be socially acceptable. An in depth look at our 8 SENSES and exhibiting behaviours indicating hypo or hyper-sensitivity to stimuli. We'll look at our learning environments and learn simple ways to make accommodations and create sensory friendly spaces. Educators will gain an understanding of SELF-REGULATION and how a SENSORY DIET will help support the child to become active learners in their environment. Lastly we will discuss ways to build our educator-parent relationship to present our observations and strategies used to support the child.
This workshop is a combination of reading, images, and videos.

special price of $29

| In their own words |

"Sensory processing is something that many children struggle with but not a subject that many Educators understand. Her knowledge on sensory needs covered everything I needed to know to prepare myself for teaching children with a sensory processing disorder and it was great to learn from someone with first hand experience."

- Laura England
Educator, Author & Creator of Little Miss Early Years

SOLVING BEHAVIOURS TOGETHER

A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH
1.5 PD HOURS

In this workshop Educators will reflect on their own perspectives about behaviours and begin to see the big picture by asking questions that ensure we reflect on our whole practice. Educators will learn about a collaborative method by Dr. Ross Greene that is relationship and strength based. Will learn about how our senses might be communicating needs and how to "ride the storm" when a child is needing extra care and support.

INCLUDED WITH EITHER WORKSHOP

| In their own words |

Veronica's insight and innovative ideas regarding supports for children with sensory needs gave me so much new perspective and inspiration to bring back to my own classroom and teaching practice. Veronica’s passion for early learning radiates and I find I’m often referencing resources and ideas she’s shared with me each day in my own work.

- Madison Bashaw
Educator & Early Years Specialist

Well I have the answers

how long do I have access?

You will have unlimited access with no time limits. You can view the workshops as many times as you like!

Do I get a Resource Guide?

Yes! Each online workshop comes with a companion resource guide that has detailed guides, cheatsheets and additional resources to continue your professional learning after the workshop.

will I get a certificate?

Yes! A certificate of completion will be sent to you via email after the request has been submitted. A short paragraph of reflections and takeaways is required to show you have completed the workshop. Only one certificate of completion will be issued per user account with the associated individual's name. Please note that I cannot guarantee that these certificates will be accepted as there are many different governing bodies who regulate PD. It is your responsibility to check and see if the certificate will be accepted.

I am a Director, can i purchase for my staff?

Of course, you can purchase individual workshops for your team members. If you are looking for your whole team to take these workshops, please refer to the next question.

CAN MY WHOLE STAFF TAKE THESE WORKSHOPS?

These workshops are for single users only and the accounts are setup for the one person taking the online workshop. If you are a director and looking for a group rate for your team, please email me at ronniespreschool@gmial.com

who are these workshops for?

The information presented in the online workshops is suitable for educators supporting children of all ages. The information and ideas presented can be easily adjusted to suite different ages. The workshops are for educators who work in a centre, home or community program.

how do i access the online workshop?

After you purchase an email will be sent to setup your user account. Then you will be able to access the workshop as often as you like! If you have any login issues, I will help you get sorted out.