Program Director Essential Checklist Series: Child Development – DAYTIME OFFERING Ammie Collins January 6, 2025

Managing the diverse responsibilities of an early childhood education program requires good organizational skills. This training introduces the Vermont Program Director Competencies as a practical guide to streamline your approach and ensure alignment with best practices. Participants will explore how to use these competencies as a reflective tool to stay organized, track progress, prioritize effectively and maintain a clear overview of their multifaceted roles. Whether managing operations, mentoring staff, or fostering family partnerships, you’ll gain strategies to integrate these standards into daily tasks, ensuring every effort contributes to program excellence. The Child Development session address the critical skill needed by program directors to create policies for positive child/youth guidance and how to assist staff in recognizing and responding to children’s developmental needs.