11 Sep 2022

NJSACC Launches Its Fall Professional Development Series 2022

NJSACC: The Statewide Network for New Jersey’s Afterschool Communities has been very busy preparing a full menu of professional development opportunities for the fall. We encourage you to take a look at each of the following offerings and then register to join us using the links provided below (where available):

The ABC's of Playground Safety - 9/28/22

In this engaging workshop, learn how to properly analyze the playground for potential problems and hazards; recognize unsafe play; effectively monitor play areas; develop methods of communication for use in emergency situations; and learn how to develop an effective supervision plan to reduce injuries and promote safe play. This timely, grant funded workshop is perfect for site supervisors and staff that work directly with kids and is offered via zoom in the evening this time around to make it easily accessible to all who work in school age child care.

 

  • Wednesday, 9/28/22 | 6:30-7:30pm
  • Grant funded FREE Registration at www.njccis.com with event ID 133422

IN ORDER TO ATTEND THIS TRAINING, YOU MUST OBTAIN A NJ WORKFORCE REGISTRY NUMBER.

 

Please follow these steps to sign up for the NJ Workforce Registry:

  1. Go to www.njccis.com and click Log In in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
  2. On the next screen click Register in the gray bar that asks if you are a new user.
  3. On the next screen fill in all the required information.  It will ask you what you are requesting approval for.  Please select the option that best describes your position.  For afterschool providers either Director, ECE Assistant Teacher or ECE Teacher will be the best match.  Then click Register in the lower right-hand corner.
  4. You should receive an email to activate your account.
  5. Once activated, search for this training using Event ID: 133422 here.

If you have a technical question about the NJ Workforce Registry, please call PCG at 1-877-522-1050 or email them at: njworkforceregistry@pcgus.com

Tips, Tricks, & Tools for Training Adult Learners - 10/4/22

 

Most of us are in the childcare field because we enjoy working with children, but, as school age program supervisors, trainers, coaches, and/or resource specialists, one of the key elements of our job is to empower our adult staff and providers through high quality training. Join us for this valuable virtual workshop where we’ll explore tips for gathering information about the adult learner’s strengths, interests and needs; tricks for navigating challenging conversations and interactions; and tools to strengthen our presentation and coaching skills. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their own experiences with engaging group activities and will leave with new resources for their training and coaching toolboxes. NJSACC training led by KIT’s (Kids Included Together) Phillip Collazo.

 

Families: Recognizing Strengths with NJSACC & KIT (Kids Included Together) - 10/6/22

Families with children experiencing disabilities and/or behavior issues often have unique needs compared to other families. This training introduces some of those needs and offers a parents’ perspective that can help generate greater staff empathy and aid in working towards providing a quality experience for all children. During this session, we will focus on what may be happening with the family and how we can support them in our school age care programs. This grant funded workshop is appropriate for all staff and Family Child Care (FCC) providers that work directly with kids and is offered via zoom in the evening to make it easily accessible to all who work in school age child care.

  • Thursday, 10/6/22 | 6:30-7:30pm
  • Grant funded FREE Registration at www.njccis.com with event ID 133440

IN ORDER TO ATTEND THIS TRAINING, YOU MUST OBTAIN A NJ WORKFORCE REGISTRY NUMBER.

Please follow these steps to sign up for the NJ Workforce Registry:

  1. Go to www.njccis.com and click Log In in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
  2. On the next screen click Register in the gray bar that asks if you are a new user.
  3. On the next screen fill in all the required information.  It will ask you what you are requesting approval for.  Please select the option that best describes your position.  For afterschool providers either Director, ECE Assistant Teacher or ECE Teacher will be the best match.  Then click Register in the lower right-hand corner.
  4. You should receive an email to activate your account.
  5. Once activated, search for this training using Event ID: 133440 here.

If you have a technical question about the NJ Workforce Registry, please call PCG at 1-877-522-1050 or email them at: njworkforceregistry@pcgus.com

RE-IMAGINE AFTERSCHOOL: Indoor Environment - 10/18/22

This interactive workshop explores the components of quality out-of-school time programs based on the book “Imagine: Afterschool Space That Works” written by Mav Pardee and published by NJSACC. Participants will re-imagine and redesign their own out-of-school time space to include outdoor and virtual classrooms as we all step into our new normal utilizing best practices learned from these past challenging years. This workshop is appropriate for all staff and Family Child Care (FCC) providers that work directly with kids and is offered via zoom.

  • Tuesday, 10/18/22 – Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
  • Grant funded FREE Registration at www.njccis.com with event ID 133424

IN ORDER TO ATTEND THIS TRAINING, YOU MUST OBTAIN A NJ WORKFORCE REGISTRY NUMBER.

Please follow these steps to sign up for the NJ Workforce Registry:

  1. Go to www.njccis.com and click Log In in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
  2. On the next screen click Register in the gray bar that asks if you are a new user.
  3. On the next screen fill in all the required information.  It will ask you what you are requesting approval for.  Please select the option that best describes your position.  For afterschool providers either Director, ECE Assistant Teacher or ECE Teacher will be the best match.  Then click Register in the lower right-hand corner.
  4. You should receive an email to activate your account.
  5. Once activated, search for this training using Event ID: 133424 here.

If you have a technical question about the NJ Workforce Registry, please call PCG at 1-877-522-1050 or email them at: njworkforceregistry@pcgus.com

Planning Group Time for Diverse Learners - 11/22/22

This training presents unique considerations and guides participants to explore youth development, brain science, and inclusion practices towards working with and planning for a broad range of youth ages and abilities. This grant funded workshop is appropriate for all staff and Family Child Care (FCC) providers and is offered via zoom in the evening to make it easily accessible to all who work in school age child care.

  • Tuesday, 11/22/22 | 6:30-7:30pm
  • Grant funded FREE Registration at www.njccis.com with event ID 133441

IN ORDER TO ATTEND THIS TRAINING, YOU MUST OBTAIN A NJ WORKFORCE REGISTRY NUMBER.

Please follow these steps to sign up for the NJ Workforce Registry:

  1. Go to www.njccis.com and click Log In in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
  2. On the next screen click Register in the gray bar that asks if you are a new user.
  3. On the next screen fill in all the required information.  It will ask you what you are requesting approval for.  Please select the option that best describes your position.  For afterschool providers either Director, ECE Assistant Teacher or ECE Teacher will be the best match.  Then click Register in the lower right-hand corner.
  4. You should receive an email to activate your account.
  5. Once activated, search for this training using Event ID: 133441 here.

If you have a technical question about the NJ Workforce Registry, please call PCG at 1-877-522-1050 or email them at: njworkforceregistry@pcgus.com

Teaching Heritage Months With Power & Purpose - 12/6/22

Exploring Heritage Month themes with school age youth offers unique opportunities to weave powerful diversity, equity, and inclusion themes into your day-to-day programming. In this engaging, hands-on workshop, explore resources and learn techniques to make exploring our own and other cultures an invaluable, lasting, and meaningful experience for youth and staff. This program is appropriate for all who work with school age youth.

  • Tuesday, 12/6/22 | 10:30-11:30am
  • Grant funded FREE Registration at www.njccis.com with event ID 133630

IN ORDER TO ATTEND THIS TRAINING, YOU MUST OBTAIN A NJ WORKFORCE REGISTRY NUMBER.

Please follow these steps to sign up for the NJ Workforce Registry:

  1. Go to www.njccis.com and click Log In in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
  2. On the next screen click Register in the gray bar that asks if you are a new user.
  3. On the next screen fill in all the required information.  It will ask you what you are requesting approval for.  Please select the option that best describes your position.  For afterschool providers either Director, ECE Assistant Teacher or ECE Teacher will be the best match.  Then click Register in the lower right-hand corner.
  4. You should receive an email to activate your account.
  5. Once activated, search for this training using Event ID: 133630 here.

If you have a technical question about the NJ Workforce Registry, please call PCG at 1-877-522-1050 or email them at: njworkforceregistry@pcgus.com

For any questions or comments, please contact Jessica Heiberg at 908-789-0259 or via email here.