Educators
Young children develop and learn through their relationships with the adults in their lives – Including the early childhood educators who care for and educate them. Smart Start of Brunswick County offers services for those providing essential services for young children and families in our community.
Services
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Early Childhood Training
To enhance quality early learning experiences for young children and to provide professional development opportunities (with DCDEE In-Service hours) - we offer training on a variety of topics. Click here to access Smart Start of Brunswick County’s Community Calendar.
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Technical Assistance
Technical Assistance is available to early childhood educators to improve or maintain quality practices related to classroom management, positive discipline, health and safety practices, the social and emotional development of young children, etc. Contact Laura Travis-Ehart for more information - 910-754-3166 (Option #6)
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Salty Sprout's Resource Cove
Visit our Bolivia Office (926 Old Ocean Hwy, Unit C) to explore Salty Sprout's Resource Cove-a FREE lending library of materials, toys, and games for children ages 0-5!
Resources are available across a variety of areas, including Language & Literacy, STEM, Gross Motor, Music & Movement, and more.
Browse our online catalog: Salty Sprout's Resource Cove
Ready to check out materials? Complete our quick application to get started!
Contact Jon Hartman for more information.
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Questions about Child Care Licensing
Are you thinking of opening a Family Child Care Home or a Child Care Center…...or do you have general questions about child care licensing rules and regulations? Contact Laura Travis-Ehart for support
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Salary Supplements
We participate in the WAGE$ program, through Child Care Services and provide education-based salary supplements to early educators employed in star-rated child care programs. Contact Laura Travis-Ehart for more information
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Early Educator Jobs Board
Smart Start of Brunswick County is hoping to connect early educators with job opportunities in local child care centers and family child care homes. View or Post current job openings for FREE!
Resources for Early Childhood Professionals
We encourage you to stay informed…..and keep learning! Check out other great early childhood resources below.
