Educator Helpful Links

Educator Resources

Welcome Teachers!

At Sweet Day Community School, we’re dedicated to supporting Oregon Early Childhood Educators with the best resources to enhance your teaching and support your professional growth. Whether you are a new educator or a seasoned professional, this page offers tools, links, and inspiration to help you foster a positive, engaging, and educational environment for young learners.

Continuing Education & Training Opportunities

Keep your knowledge and skills up to date with these top resources for continuing education:

1. Oregon Department of Education - Early Learning Division

Stay informed about professional development requirements, upcoming events, and training opportunities.

Visit Oregon Early Learning Division

2. Oregon AEYC (Association for the Education of Young Children)

This organization offers workshops, conferences, and online learning to help you earn the continuing education hours you need while staying connected with fellow educators.

Explore Oregon AEYC

3. ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI) - Free Membership for Sweet Day teachers

Access over 100 online courses that are perfect for earning continuing education credits in early childhood education.

Learn More at CCEI

4. Portland State University - Center for Improvement of Child and Family Services (CICFS)

Offering professional development opportunities specifically for educators working with young children in Oregon, including webinars and workshops.

Check out CICFS

5. EdWeb - Find many free online continuing education courses HERE, as well as a community of educators.

6. Sweet Day Training Day - Join our Summer Teacher Training Day this August. Gain continuing education set 2 hours with Amy Williams and Yoga Playgrounds. Free for Sweet Day staff and an affordable rate for other community members. Email for more info

Helpful Learning Categories & Tools

Explore these categories and resources to enhance your teaching and engage your young learners:

1. Early Literacy Development

Strengthen your understanding of early literacy and how to foster language skills through play and storytelling.

2. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)

Learn techniques to help children manage emotions, build relationships, and develop resilience.

Visit the SEL Resource Center

3. STEM for Young Children

Introduce STEM concepts (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) to your preschool classroom with hands-on activities.

Explore STEM Ideas for Early Childhood

4. Culturally Responsive Teaching

Find resources on creating inclusive classrooms that honor diversity and cultural awareness.

Learn More: Culturally Responsive Teaching

5. Behavior Management Strategies

Discover positive behavior management strategies that focus on nurturing positive behavior and addressing challenges in a constructive manner.

Behavior Strategies for Early Childhood

Join a community of passionate early childhood educators!

Networking with fellow teachers is a great way to share ideas, strategies, and support each other. Here are some places to connect with other educators:

1. Oregon Early Learning Council

A great place to find community-building events and resources to help support your professional journey.

Oregon Early Learning Council

2. Early Learning Hub of Oregon

Engage with local hubs across the state to collaborate and find resources tailored to your region.

Learn More at Early Learning Hub

3. LinkedIn Early Childhood Educator Groups

Connect with others in your field through LinkedIn groups dedicated to early childhood education, offering peer support and shared resources.

Additional Tools for Oregon Educators

1. Oregon Registry Online (ORO)

The Oregon Registry provides a valuable tool for tracking your professional development hours and credentials. Access your professional growth and find opportunities for further learning.