Child Care Action Council

VIRTUAL Preventing Teacher Burnout
2026-07-23 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Denver) | WA
Preventing Teacher Burnout

This is a discussion-based class for early childhood teachers who like to learn by reflecting on their own opinions and reactions and by listening to those of other people. Those who register will be emailed a 4-page article to read before class. Burnout is globally prevalent in early childhood education. We may love children and have a passion for education but still suffer from fatigue and depression. Let’s talk about this very real problem and the role of self-care, attitude, play, environment, and boundaries when it comes to helping ourselves and others. @public

Brought to you in partnership with Washington STEM and PECC. A huge thank you for supporting the early learning community.

Instructor: Amy Stevens

NEW VIRTUAL Building a Thriving Program Culture
2026-08-11 18:30 - 20:30
Building a Thriving Program Culture

Creating and sustaining a positive program culture is essential to supporting, retaining, and empowering quality early childhood professionals. This engaging class explores how leadership practices, workplace climate, communication, collaboration, and staff wellness all contribute to a thriving early learning environment. Participants will reflect on their current program culture and gain practical strategies for building trust, increasing morale, strengthening teamwork, and fostering a sense of belonging among staff. Through discussion, self-reflection, and real-world examples, educators and leaders will leave with tools to cultivate a workplace where both children and adults can thrive. @public

Brought to you in partnership with Washington STEM and PECC. A huge thank you for supporting the early learning community.

Instructor: Heidi DeVries

VIRTUAL Exploring Leadership
2026-08-12 18:30 - 20:30
Exploring Leadership

What does it mean to be a leader? What is my role in creating change? What do I believe about myself and others? To create change for the better, we must reclaim time to listen and talk. This session is for anyone who recognizes the importance of deep conversation and wants to make time for it. Come engage in relevant, small group conversation with others in the field of early learning. @public

Instructor: Amy Stevens

EQEL Year 1, Live Online (Sept-Oct 2026)
2026-09-15 00:00 - 2026-10-27 23:59
This 4-class training series will take place from 6:30-9 pm on Tuesdays:

September 15,

September 29,

October 13,

October 27, 2026

This 10-hour training series is Year 1 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL).

Before registering, please note:

Participants must complete Child Care Basics before registering for EQEL Year 1.

All classes in this series will take place live on Zoom (they will not be recorded).

Active participation and full attendance in all 10-hours of EQEL are required for STARS credit.

To register click on the RSVP below. (If the RSVP link is not available the class is Full.)

EQEL Year 2, Live Online (Sept-Oct 2026)
2026-09-17 00:00 - 2026-10-29 23:59
This 4-class training series takes place from 6:30-9 pm on Thursdays:

September 17,

October 1,

October 15, and

October 29, 2026

This 10-hour training series is Year 2 of Enhancing Quality Early Learning (EQEL).

Before registering, please note:

Participants must complete all prerequisites (Child Care Basics and EQEL Year 1) before registering for EQEL Year 2.

All classes in this series will take place live on Zoom (they will not be recorded.)

Active participation and full attendance in all 10-hours of EQEL are required for STARS credit.

To register click on the RSVP below. (If the RSVP link is not available the class is Full.)

VIRTUAL Quality Interactions
2026-09-17 18:30 - 20:30
Quality Interactions

This class contains introductory information about high quality teacher-child interactions, drawing on information from the Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS). To prepare for an Early Achievers successful initial rating this session is critical, since it covers how to enhance your interactions with children and practice the skills that are the most difficult to incorporate into daily practice. @public

Instructor: Ollie Feldman

Special Event VIRTUAL Reflecting on Sensory Equity
2026-09-22 18:30 - 20:30
Reflecting on Sensory Equity

Clallam, Jefferson, and Kitsap Only (Due to being provided by Grant funding) Have you ever had a child fall apart over wet clothing or refuse to touch paint? If so, maybe you have quickly responded, “It’s ok – you will dry!” or “It’s only paint!” Because we have lots to manage, it can be easy to brush by these incidents while we focus on bigger priorities. Yet “sensory equity” is an important issue that impacts all of us, whether we realize it or not. Come explore your own sensory experiences and how we can equitably support the individual sensory needs of all children in childcare. This class will require you to complete a sensory checklist on a toddler or preschooler the week prior to class. You will then use this checklist while reflecting in class. @public

Brought to you in partnership with Washington STEM and PECC. A huge thank you for supporting the early learning community.

Instructor: Heidi DeVries

VIRTUAL The Importance of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
2026-09-23 18:30 - 20:00
The Importance of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health

There is much talk about mental health in adults, but what about mental health in infants and young children? Have you ever wondered if young children have mental health challenges or how do we help children who do? Come join us for this 1.5 hour article class discussion on the importance of infant and young child mental health. Participants will be sent the article prior to class and we will come together to answer questions. @public

Instructor: Amy Stevens
