Title: The Buddy Superpower: Strengthening Our Classrooms through Peer Buddies
Date: November 12, 2024
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm CST/ 5:30pm - 6:30pm EST
Description:
Are you ready to explore the wonderful world of peer buddies?
Join us for an engaging training session where we will explore the magic of peer buddy systems in the Early Education classroom. We will be discussing what the peer buddy system is, how it can be implemented, and what value it brings to the children involved. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in the classroom, this interactive training will explore how these dynamic duos can transform your classroom into a vibrant, inclusive community of learning and support!
*This training is catalogued with TrainTN as a Health & Safety ECE licensure training.
Presenter(s): Jennifer Fields, Early Intervention Teacher/Child Find Coordinator
Jennifer Fields graduated from ETSU in 2001 with a Bachelor of Science in Special Education. She went on to earn her Master’s of Education in Early Childhood Special Education from ETSU in 2005. Jennifer has been with Washington County Schools since August 2005 as a Special Education Preschool Teacher, dedicating the last 20 years to supporting young learners. Her passion lies in behavior management and promoting inclusive services in the classroom. Jennifer is married to her spouse, Jason, and they have two children, Bradley and Jase.