Getting a little discouraged
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Anonymous
| Lots of people know what they're doing with children, but some don't. I've been told that occurance of delayed speech, is on the increase. One has to question, why? |
Anonymous
Because people don't talk enough to their kids and instead rely on digital voices, which children's brains don't process the same way. They need exposure to live human language connected to a live human face. |
Anonymous
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NannyDeb:
I have a wonderful nanny who is relatively new to the profession. She has an unbelievably sweet and patient nature and good instincts for teaching, but I feel she would really benefit from some training in how to work with young kids on language, emotional intelligence, etc. I'm open to buying books to help her in this area, and also open to paying for her to attend a course or two. Can you suggest some good resources? I looked at community college courses in DC, but I think she would prefer something more targeted than the general courses she would have to take before she could enroll in the more practical courses. Are there any nanny training programs or accessible books that focus on teaching nannies to teach higher level language and thinking skills to the pre-pre K crowd? |
Anonymous
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PP here with clarification of my question for NannyDeb.
By "higher level language and thinking skills," I mean the kind of skills and emotional awareness you are clearly working on with your charges. Sounds like you are doing a great job. |
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There are multiple opportunities for new and "seasoned" nannies to learn new things and attend trainings either on-line or in-person. The fact that you are hoping to help your nanny grow professionally is wonderful, and I compliment you on being proactive! I would encourage your nanny to seek out other local nannies. The "water cooler" style support of a *good* nanny support group is a true blessing. There are in-person and virtual groups (some groups combine the 2) listed here: http://nannygroups.blogspot.com/ and on the International Nanny Association website here: http://www.nanny.org/support-groups. Facebook and meetup.com also have a variety of nanny groups, some terrific and professional, some...not so much. If your nanny wants to attend trainings, there are 3 each year aimed specifically at nannies: International Nanny Association holds a national conference each spring: http://www.nanny.org/2013annualconference ****I've attended once, and learned a great deal. They switch between west coat and east coast locations. This year conference is the second weekend in April in Louisville, KY. National Nanny Training Day is April 20, 2013. There are more than 35 local one day educational conferences planned this year, and the list of events is here: http://nannybizreviews.com/nntd/ ****I am coordinating a local event for the second year, and we've had great response. These events are designed to be affordable and easy to attend. Usually the cost is between $25 - $50. Nannypalooza is a national conference held every fall: http://www.nannypalooza.com/Nannypalooza/Home.html ****I've attended 6 and always come away with new and exciting information. This year conference will be the first weekend in November in Cleveland, OH. There are also national and local conferences put on by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC): http://www.naeyc.org/ ****I haven't attended any of these conferences, but they are HUGE, with many sessions that are good for nannies as well as ECE teachers. Online classes can be found at the following: http://www.4nannytraining.com/opportunities.html http://www.infantcaretraining.com/onlinechildcarecourses/nannytrainingonline.html http://www.professionalnanny.com/ http://www.sittercycle.com/ I know nothing about any of these websites or their offerings, but you and your nanny can investigate! Hope this isn't too much of an information dump! Good luck to you and your nanny! |
Anonymous
| 1:40 here. NannyDeb, thanks so much for pointing me toward all these great resources. I can't wait to check them out! |
Anonymous
| Where is she from? I'm paid $30/hr but I'm in Los Angeles. |
Anonymous
| Thanks for the info nannydeb. A nanny, not a parent, but I will definitely check the sites out. |
Anonymous
| We know, PP. You never tire of telling us. |
Anonymous
Yes, and PP never tells us what her qualifications are so I think she is making it up. |
Anonymous
| Thanks Nannydeb! Another nanny who appreciates and will check out this info! |