Some days, does it feel like you spend more time blowing a whistle on bad behavior than actually teaching? If you’re feeling more like a referee than an #educator, it might be a sign that your game plan needs an update. Maryland’s 45-hour training courses are your intensive coaching clinic, designed to give you the skills and strategies to get out of the referee stand and back onto the field as a star player.
Still using the same old plays? The 45-hour Preschool Curriculum training is like getting a whole new playbook. It introduces you to innovative, evidence-based teaching strategies that keep your "players" (the children) engaged and motivated. You’ll learn how to design hands-on, inquiry-based projects that capture their interest and minimize off-task behavior. When the game plan is exciting, you have fewer penalties to call.
Why do your players keep "breaking the rules"? The 45-hour Growth and Development course gives you the inside scoop. It’s your deep dive into sports psychology for the under-five set. You’ll learn that a child’s challenging behavior is often a symptom of their #developmental stage, not a deliberate foul. Understanding the "why" behind their actions allows you to coach them effectively, teaching them the skills they need to succeed instead of just sending them to the penalty box (aka time-out).
Could your #classroom-environment be causing unnecessary fouls? This training, with courses offered by providers like ChildCareEd, teaches you to be a master "field architect." You’ll learn how a well-designed classroom with clear pathways and defined learning zones can drastically reduce chaotic energy and conflict. It's about setting up the playing field in a way that naturally encourages teamwork, focus, and positive interaction.
Want to trade your referee stripes for a coach’s clipboard? Maryland's 45-hour training is the professional development you need to change your role in the classroom. It equips you with the engaging plays, the psychological insight, and the environmental design skills to be a proactive coach, not a reactive referee. It puts the joy back into the game for both you and your team.
How Do I Become an Assistant Teacher in a Maryland School-Age Child Care Program?
Do you enjoy working with school-aged children, want to be part of a team that nurtures learning beyond the classroom, and are ready to step into a rewarding educational role? Then you're ready for the next step.
The Maryland Assistant Teacher – School-Age Program Career Pathway from ChildCareEd offers the training, tools, and guidance you need to qualify as an Assistant Teacher in a licensed Maryland child care setting serving children ages 5 to 13. This MSDE-approved program provides foundational training in child development, behavior management, safety, and enrichment programming—all aligned with COMAR regulations and built to help you succeed in supporting children's growth during afterschool hours, school holidays, and breaks.
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