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Specialized Solutions Tailored to Your Preference
With over 35 years of expertise, Leigh M. Zaleon Child Care Consultant offers tailored professional development services to elevate early care and education practices. Our services are designed to enhance skills, support career growth, and ensure excellence in early childhood education.
Our Services
Core Services
Program Evaluation
Evaluating your program’s effectiveness allows us to provide detailed insights and recommendations for improvement.
Training Locally and Nationally (virtually or onsite)
We offer local and national in-service training, whether virtually or onsite, to ensure flexible and comprehensive professional development.
Expert Witness
Our expert witness services deliver authoritative testimony and analysis for legal matters related to early care and education.
Technical Assistance/Mentor/Coach
Receive personalized support and guidance with our technical assistance/mentor/coach services, designed to enhance professional skills and address specific challenges.
Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS) Assessments
CLASS assessments thoroughly evaluate classroom interactions and teaching practices to boost educational quality.
Environment Rating Scale Assessments (ERS)
These are used to review and improve the quality of care by examining health, safety, environment (including furnishings, materials, room arrangement), supervision, and positive interactions. ERS assessments are utilized in many states to assign quality ratings..
New Center Development and Design
Environmental Rating Scales
Assessing your facility through environment rating scales ensures that the learning environment supports optimal child development and safety.
Health Regulations
Our expertise in health regulations helps you navigate and comply with the latest standards to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children.
Licensing Regulations
Understanding and adhering to licensing regulations is crucial for operating legally and effectively in the early care and education sector.
Playground Regulations
Ensuring that playgrounds meet playground regulations is key to providing a safe and enjoyable space for children's physical activities.
Space Requirements
Addressing space requirements guarantees that your facility meets the necessary guidelines for a well-organized and functional learning environment.
Management
Budgeting
Effective budgeting strategies are provided to ensure your financial resources are allocated efficiently and sustainably for program success.
Choosing and Implementing Assessment
Guidance in choosing and implementing the most appropriate assessment tools to meet children's goals and objectives.
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Choosing and Implementing Curriculum
We assist in choosing and implementing a curriculum to create and execute a program that aligns with early care and education standards and enhances learning outcomes.
Family Communication and Support
Developing strong family communication and support strategies helps foster positive relationships with families and improve their engagement in your program.
Grant Writing
Our grant writing services are designed to secure funding by crafting compelling proposals that highlight your program’s strengths and needs.
Policy Writing and Implementation
Expertise in policy writing and implementation ensures that your organization’s policies are well-crafted, effectively communicated, and adhered to.
Staff Development
Focused staff development programs are provided to enhance the skills and knowledge of your team, contributing to overall program quality.