Positive Guidance in School Age Care

Suitable for school age and early learning professionals plus parents.

Presenter: Christine Hibbert

Children need adults to teach, guide, and support them as they grow and learn. As childcare providers we play an important role in guiding children's behavior in positive, supportive, and age-appropriate ways. During this workshop we will explore some of the factors that may influence a child’s behaviour, including developmental characteristics and the particular challenges of key transition periods such as Summer and September. We will then explore some theories and strategies that can help us enhance our ability to work with the child in ways that contribute to their growth and development in positive ways.

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 in Vancouver. Recently retired from JKC, Christine continues to be an involved advocate and passionate educator in the childcare community.