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Three Days of “FREE” Services Offered by Care 4 a Healthy Inland Empire!!!

June 22, 2012
3:00 pmto8:00 pm
June 23, 2012
6:00 amto6:00 pm
June 24, 2012
6:00 amto12:00 pm

Care 4 a Healthy IE is offering three days of FREE medical care services to families in the Inland Empire!!

Free services all three days will include . . .

  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Primary Care
  • Well Child Exams
  • Helath Screenings
  • Vaccines, Acupuncture and more!!!

All families are welcome to join this three day event!!

Agency:  Molina Healthcare and Monina Medical

Location:  National Orange Show Events Center

Contact:  1-855-MOLINA1 (1-855-665-4621)

Flyer:  Care_4_Healthy_IE_Flyer

FREE Parent Workshops in San Bernardino, CA!!

June 1, 2012
9:30 amto11:30 am
June 8, 2012
9:30 amto11:30 am
June 15, 2012
9:30 amto11:30 am
June 22, 2012
9:30 amto11:30 am
June 29, 2012
9:30 amto11:30 am

Family Resource Center of San Bernardino City Unified School District is offering training in June 2012!

Topics include . . .

  • Raising an Independent Thinker
  • Instilling Confidence in Your Child
  • Developing a Future Entrepreneur
  • Helping Your Child Succeed in School
  • Leading Students to Higher Grades

Child care and refreshments will be provided!!  Certificates will be awarded for trainings provided!

Registration and details will be provided by children’s resources.

Agency:  Family Resource Center

Location: 1525 W. Highland Ave. San Bernardino, CA

Time of Each Training: 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Flyer:  Free_Parent_Workshops

Contact:  909 266-9131

CUIDAR is Offering Free Parenting Classes in Fontana, CA!!

April 10, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
April 17, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
April 24, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
May 1, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
May 8, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
May 15, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
May 22, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
May 29, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm

Project CUIDAR-SB is offering a free  parent training series at Locust Elementary School in Fontana, California!!!

The groups and program are lead by staff with training in Child Development and guidance!  Children (3-5 years) also gain experiences that help them to deal with their emotions and to increase/improve their social skills.

Classes are “FREE” and light meals are provided for the parents and children.

Space is limited so call today and reserve your space!!!

CUIDAR Flyer:  AllClasses_EngApril-June2012

Location:  Locust Elementary School

Address: 7420 Locust Ave. Fontana, CA 92336

Dates:  Tuesdays, April 10 - May 29, 2012 (8 weeks English)

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Contact/Reservations:  (909) 537-5945

Agency:  Institute for Child Development & Family Relations CUIDAR-S

CUIDAR is Offering Free Parenting Classes in Rialto, CA!!

March 15, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
March 22, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
March 29, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
April 5, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
April 12, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
April 19, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
April 26, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
May 3, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm

Project CUIDAR-SB is offering a free  parent training series at the Rialto Renaissance Preschool Site in Rialto, California!!!

The groups and program are lead by staff with training in Child Development and guidance!  Children (3-5 years) also gain experiences that help them to deal with their emotions and to increase/improve their social skills.

Classes are “FREE” and light meals are provided for the parents and children.

Space is limited so call today and reserve your space!!!

CUIDAR Flyer:  AllClasses_EngApril-June2012

Location:  Rialto Renaissance Preschool

Address: 1360 West Foothill Blvd. Rialto, CA 92376

Dates:  Thursdays, March 15 - May 23, 2012 (8 weeks English)

Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Contact/Reservations:  (909) 537-5945

Agency:  Institute for Child Development & Family Relations CUIDAR-S

CUIDAR is Offering Free “Spanish” Parenting Classes in Adelanto, CA!!

April 11, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
April 18, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
April 25, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
May 2, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
May 9, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
May 16, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
May 23, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm
May 30, 2012
5:00 pmto7:00 pm

Project CUIDAR-SB is offering a free  SPANISH parent training series at the Adelanto  Branch Library in Adelanto, California!!!

The groups and program are lead by staff with training in Child Development and guidance!  Children (3-5 years) also gain experiences that help them to deal with their emotions and to increase/improve their social skills.

Classes are “FREE” and light meals are provided for the parents and children.

Space is limited so call today and reserve your space!!!

CUIDAR Flyer:  Sp AllClassesApril-June2012

Location:  Adelanto Branch Library

Address: 11497 Bartlett Avenue, Adelanto, CA 92301

Dates:  Wednesdays, April 11  - May 30, 2012 (8 weeks SPANISH)

Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Contact/Reservations:  (909) 537-5945

Agency:  Institute for Child Development & Family Relations CUIDAR-S

CUIDAR is Offering Free “Spanish” Parenting Classes in Bloomington, CA!!

April 3, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
April 10, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
April 17, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
April 24, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
May 1, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
May 8, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
May 15, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm
May 22, 2012
5:30 pmto7:30 pm

Project CUIDAR-SB is offering a free  SPANISH parent training series at Bloomington Head Start in Bloomington, California!!!

The groups and program are lead by staff with training in Child Development and guidance!  Children (3-5 years) also gain experiences that help them to deal with their emotions and to increase/improve their social skills.

Classes are “FREE” and light meals are provided for the parents and children.

Space is limited so call today and reserve your space!!!

CUIDAR Flyer:  Sp AllClassesApril-June2012

Location:  Bloomington Preschool

Address: 18829 Orange Street, Bloomington, CA 92316

Dates:  Tuesdays,April 3 - May 22, 2012 (8 weeks SPANISH)

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Contact/Reservations:  (909) 537-5945

Agency:  Institute for Child Development & Family Relations CUIDAR-S

Preventing Youth Suicide Event Offered in Riverside, CA!!

May 8, 2012
7:30 amto5:00 pm

Family Service Association is hosting their 39th Annual Children’s Conference in Riverside, CA!!

The topic of this conference is “Preventing Youth Suicide – Professionals and Community Listening to the Silence and Building Hope.”

All therapists, counselors, case managers, mental health staff, youth and parents interested in the field of mental health are welcome to receive information and network with professionals.

CEU’s will be available for LCSW’s and LMFT’s.

Location:  California Baptist University (CBU) 8432 Magnolia Ave. Riverside, CA

Inquiries:  951-369-8036

Information/Registration Info: Preventing_Youth_Suicide

Easter Seals 2nd Annual Community Resource Fair Offered in Ontario, CA!!

April 27, 2012
3:30 pmto6:30 pm

Easter Seals Child Development Center is offering their 2nd Annual Community Resource Fair in Ontario, CA!!

Attending this “FREE” event will provide caregivers the opportunity to meet with local community agencies and much more!!!

A variety of information will be provided including . . .

  • Education Programs
  • Mental Health Services
  • Food Distribution Programs
  • Health Services
  • Housing Information
  • Financial Counseling
  • And MUCH MORE . . .

Location:  Valley View Infant Center 1801 East 6th Street, Ontario, CA 91764

Contact: 909-208-5109

Event Flyer Spanish: Spanish-Easter_Seals_2nd_Annual Resource_Fair_

Event Flyer English: Easter_Seals_2nd_Annual_Community_Resource_Fair

Registration Form: ES_Agency_Registration_Form

 

Journey to Teaching Conference Offered at CSU San Bernardino!!

May 5, 2012
9:00 amto3:00 pm

California State University San Bernardino is offering a “Journey to Teaching Conference” in San Bernardino, CA!!

A variety of speakers, workshops and movies will be provided to help anyone interested in learning all about the careers in teaching and education.

 

Information and registration updates will continue to be provided at http://startteachingnow.com/forms/journey.html  A $15.00 registration fee covers lunch for this one day event.

 

Young Ladies Mentoring Conference Offered in Chino, CA!!

April 21, 2012
8:00 amto3:00 pm

Chaffey College is hosting their 5th Annual She4Me Conference in Chino, CA!!!

This one day event will help yound ladies explore careers and opportunites for professional and personal growth.  The conference is for ladies ages 8-18 and their famale mentors such as their mother, grandmother, sister, coach, friend, etc.

Topics for the day will include . . .

  • Food, Fitness and Fun
  • Social Media
  • Self-Awareness
  • Women in Engineering
  • Health
  • Women in Law Enforcement
  • The amazing world of Science and MORE. . .

Pre-registration is required so call today!!

Agency:  Chaffey College

Location:  Chaffey College Chino Community Center 5890 College Park Ave.  Chino, CA 91710

Cost:  $25.00 per 1 adult mentor/1 child pair or $35.00 for up to four (must include at least 1 mentor adult)

Questions: 909-652-6097

Event Flyer:  She_4_Me_Flyer_2012

Website:  http://she4me.eventbrite.com/

Becky Has Launched Her Own TV Series For Caregivers and Families!!

There are new website episodes that have been created to provide expert advise and information to help parents, early care providers, and students work with children to assisit with optimizing their health, safety, and well-being throughout the lifespan.

This episode of Becky’s Commitment to Kids specifically relates to helping caregivers making the most out of reading 30 minutes a day with children.  This helps the caregiver and child work together and learn various reading techniques while having fun!

Click on the link now to view the first episode of Becky’s Commitment to Kids and share your thoughts and comments about the show.  You can also share any experiences and stories to be reviewed and considered for future shows.

Thanks again and I am looking forward to hearing from you soon!

Show: Becky’s Commitment To Kids

Episode: Make the Most Of Reading In 30 Minutes a Day

Video:

Click here to watch on YouTube if you can’t see the video

Crafton Hills College Center Director Position Available!!

Crafton Hills College is seeking an interim (and ultimately a permanent) Center Direcor at the Child Development Center located in Yucaipa.  Target date for work to begin is August 1, 2011. 

If you are interested, email your resume to Cheryl Marshall, Vice President of Crafton Hills College.  Email address is cmarshal@craftonhills.edu

Upon successful arrival of emails, candidates will be updated with all proceedings following.

All Early Child Educators are encourages to apply!

Agency:  Crafton Hills College

Location:  11711 Sand Canyon Road, Yucaipa, CA 92399

Contact:  909-389-3213

Website:  http://www.craftonhills.edu/

Child Development Resource Specialist Position Available!!

Volunteers of America is seeking a Child Development Resource Specialist in San Bernardino, CA!! 

If you are interested in working with individuals and families and want to improve their quality of life, than Volunteers of America is the place for you!! 

This is a part-time, non-exempt position which offers $41,000 annually for the person hired! 

This is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in working in the Child Development field to jump on board and take advantage of working with a wonderful organization while working with the children and families in San Bernardino County.  

Get out there and get that job!!

Agency:  Volunteers of America

Application Deadline:  June 24, 2011

Position Information:  http://voa-swcal.iapplicants.com/ViewJob-187069.html

On-Call Parenting Educator Position Available!

Project CUIDAR-First 5 Early Intervention Project is seeking on-call parenting educators in San Bernardino, CA!!!

This position is an hourly, temporary, non-exempt position and contract may be renewed based upon available funding and performance of the instructor.

Salary ranges from $25.00 – $35.00 per hour based on experience and education.  The incumbent will provide parent-trainiong for groups of caregivers of preshool children who may be having social-emotional and/or behavioral difficulties.

Applicants must possess excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, have a minimum of a Master’s degree in Child Psychology, Child Development, or a related field.  A background check and fingerprinting will be required of all trainees!

Agency:  Institute for Child Development & Family Relations CUIDAR

Job Description:  CUIDAR_PARENTING_EDUCATOR

Contact:  Karina S. Bravo Ph.D.

Email:  drbravomft@yahoo.com

Car Seat Information Provided in Adelanto, CA!!

Adelanto ACRC is hosting a car seat training!  This is a great opportunity for all caregivers to become informed regarding the new regulations and issues regarding child safety!!

You will receive information regarding care seat regulations, new state car seat laws, car seat inspection, and seatbelt safety/child seat guidlines!

Keep your children safe by staying informed!!

Agency:  Adelanto ACRC

Location:  11824 Air Express, Adelanto, CA 92301

Information Flyer: 

Summer Camp Offered for Children 6-12 in Riverside, CA!!

The University of Riverside Child Development Center is offering Summer Camp for children 6-12 in Riverside, CA!!!

There will be 5 sessions with each session running two weeks for a total of 10 weeks!  The program will begin June 20, 2011 and end of August 26, 2011.

A varity of fun activities will be offered for the children including walking trips, barbeques, crafts, cooking, and field trips!!  Meals are included so call now to reserve your space!

Fees are based on the session of interest.

Agency:  University of Riverside Child Development Center

Contact: 951-827-7454

Americorps is Hiring in Riverside!!

The First 5 Riverside AmeriCorps program is recruiting four new team members to participate in their community service program.  The goal is to help strengthen communities, encourage responsibility, provide a unique job experience and support educational options!!

Approved members will receive a $2,072 monthly living allowance, health insurance, child care assistance, and much more!!

Selected candidates must complete and be cleared through a background check and physical prior to confirmation of position (see attached application provided below for details)

Applications are due by August 15th, 2011 by 5:00 p.m.

Agency:  Americorps First 5 Riverside

Contact:  951-248-0014 ext. 270 or 800-266-3880

Application:  Americorps Packet 2011

CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring System) Overview Offered in San Bernardino, CA

County of San Bernardino Superintendent of Schools, KidsNCare program will be hosting the Child Care Directors; Meeting in San Bernardino, CA!!

The training topic offered is called “CLASS (Classroom Assessment Scoring Sytem) Overview.” 

The CLASS is an obervation tool used to measure quality instruction in the classroom.  The presentation will focus on specific dimensions for the measurement.  Video clips and activities will help caregivers recognize positive classroom interactions.

The Presenter is Melissa Holcombe who is a CLASS Observer, Trainer and Coach

Sign up early!  Registration is limited and lunch will be provided by Teddy Bear Tymes

Location:  KidsNCare 1111 E. Mill Street, Suite 100, San Bernardino, CA 92408

Contact: 909-384-8046 or 800-722-1091

Date:  Thursday, September 15, 2011

Time:  12:30-3:00 p.m.

Flyer:  DirMtgflyer

WIC Nutrition & Parenting Program Offers Services in Riverside County!!

Riverside County WIC (Women, Infants & Children) program is helping pregnant women, new mothers and young children eat healthy, stay well, and be active.  This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and has collaborated with Riverside County Department of Public Health to assist families to grow and trive within their communities. 

There are 19 WIC service agencies located throughout Riverside County.  They are open Monday through Friday and evening and Saturday services are provided by scheduling an appointment.

Services offered include, but are not limited to . . .

  • On-line educational trainings
  • Receipes for healthy cooking
  • Food checks for purchasing nutritious items
  • Breastfeeding education and counseling services
  • Resources and services provided within your community

Contact the Riverside County WIC program and find out if you are eligible for services in three easy steps.  Set up an appointment and win a prize when you tell a friend!!

 

 

 

Register Now For The Celebrating Children’s Conference 2012 in Riverside, CA

April 28, 2012
8:00 amto6:00 pm

Riverside CARES Plus is hosting their annual conference on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at UC Riverside Extension Center in Riverside, CA!!

The focus of this year’s conference is “Celebrating the Relationships of Childhood.”  Througout the years, the Celebrating Children’s Conference has provided an array of resources, support services, and academic courses to various caregivers including Parents/Guardians, Family Child Care Providers, Center-Base, Foster, Kinship, Administrators and Early Care Investors.

This one day event will provide caregivers at every level the opportunity to attend and participate in a varity of fun and creative workshops that will provide early caregivers with updated information to help enhance  the quaility of care provided to all children and families served!  The conference also provides academic credit and professional growth for all eligible participants!!

If you have attended the Celebrating Children’s Conference in the past, provide your feedback in the “post comment” section provided below and share your experience!

Agency: Riverside CARES Plus Project

Conference Location: University of California Riverside Extension 1200 University Avenue, Riverside, CA 92507

Time of Event: 8:00 a.m – 6:00 p.m.

Save the Date Flyer:  CelebrateChildrenFlyerSp12

Registration Information and Fees: (951) 827-1039

Website:  www.extension.ucr.edu/cares/

Early Literacy Conference Offered in Riverside, CA!!

May 12, 2012
7:00 amto3:00 pm

Register now for the “Early Literacy Conference” being held in Riverside, CA!!  This training is offered to caregivers seeking to enhance the quality of care offered to the children and families within their communities!

Click on the flyer provided below and register for this special event!

 

Website: http://www.earlyliteracyconference2012.com/

Location:  Innovative Learning Center 4501 Ambs Drive, Riverside, CA 92505

Early Bird Registration:  $40.00

Brochure/Registration:  May_12_Literacy_Conf_Brochure[1]