Do you enjoy working with young children and their families? Tandem, Partners in Early Learning is looking for a new Community Learning Specialist (CLS) to join our Contra Costa County team. Reporting to the Program Supervisor, this role is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the StoryCycles and Early Learning Everywhere programs for the Contra Costa team. The CLS will manage a caseload of classrooms, facilitate workshops for families and educators, lead playgroups and Read Aloud demonstrations for children, and build relationships with early childhood educators and family-serving organizations across Contra Costa County. Additionally, the CLS will participate in organization-wide learning and collaboration, and will represent Tandem at community events and literacy fairs in Contra Costa County. Who You Are Committed to social justice and education Knowledgeable about early childhood education Experienced in facilitating workshops, speaking publicly, or teach...
Mental health is an important aspect of overall well-being, and students are particularly vulnerable to mental health concerns due to the stressors of academic life. Improving the mental health of students is essential for their academic success, as well as their overall well-being. How To Improve Mental Health of Students There are several steps that can be taken to improve the mental health of students , including: Encourage open and honest communication : Students should feel comfortable discussing their mental health concerns with someone they trust, whether it be a teacher, counselor, or friend. Encourage students to talk openly about their feelings and concerns, and make sure they know that they will be listened to and supported. Promote self-care : Self-care is the practice of taking care of oneself in order to maintain good health and well-being. Encourage students to engage in self-care activities, such as exercise, meditation, and journaling, to help them cope with stre...