ECFE for Educators (formerly MAPS ECFE)

Are you a public school educator navigating the high-energy demands of the classroom while raising a young child of your own? Balancing lesson plans, IEPs, and grading with bedtime routines, toddler milestones, and parent life requires a distinct kind of resilience—and a community that truly gets it.

ECFE for Educators offers a supportive space designed specifically for teachers, support staff, and school specialists with children ages birth to 8. Grounded in traditional ECFE programming, this class combines fun, age-appropriate learning activities for your child with meaningful peer discussion for you.

What to Expect:

• Parent-Child Time: Engage in hands-on, play-based activities with your child, guided by an Early Childhood Specialist. Enjoy dedicated quality time where you don't have to plan the lesson!
• Parent Discussion: Step into the adult conversation circle with fellow educators who understand the unique rewards and pressures of public education. Topics explore:
  • Switching gears from "Teacher Mode" to "Parent Mode" at the end of the school day.
  • Navigating high standards and setting healthy work-life boundaries.
  • Applying early childhood developmental research at home without burning out.
  • Finding joy and connection in shared experiences with colleagues who share your passion for education.
• Children's Learning Time: While parents participate in discussion, children enjoy guided social interaction, early literacy, and creative play in a safe, nurturing environment led by licensed early childhood staff.

Come as you are—whether in your school workday attire or comfortable weekend clothes. Leave with fresh strategies, strong connections, and a community of colleagues who walk in your shoes.