April 24 Child Care Provider Updates

DCF is Hiring for Two Positions

The Division of Early Care and Education (DECE) is currently recruiting to fill two positions:

  • The Child Care Modernization Lead will work on key DECE programs, projects, and automation effort for initiatives such as Child Care Counts and Wisconsin Shares modernization. The deadline to apply for this position is May 13, 2025.
  • The Bureau of Operations and Planning Director oversees multiple division-level activities such as information technology stewardship and data stewardship, training and technical communications, budget and contract support, project and portfolio management, and division reporting, auditing, and quality assurance. The deadline to apply of this position is May 7, 2025.

Learn more about these positions on Wisc.Jobs.

Upcoming Events and Education/Training Opportunities

The below events are hosted by DCF, one of its partners, or is one that may be relevant to the early childhood field. Click/tap on the titles below to learn more about each event.

  • Free ECHC Webinar: “Nurturing the Storm: A Guide to Managing the Big Moments”

    • This webinar discusses examples of behavioral challenges in the classroom and how to respond in developmentally appropriate ways. You’ll learn strategies to utilize self-regulation skills for when stressful situations occur.
    • May 1, 1-2 p.m. | 1-hour continuing education credit through the Wisconsin Registry
    • Learn more about the webinar and register today.
       

  • Free Hybrid Special Needs Training for the 53206 Zip Code

    • 4C for Children is offering free 15-hour Inclusion Training for child care centers in the 53206 Zip Code.
    • You’ll learn how to use the Ages and Stages Questionnaire – Social and Emotional screening tool: ASQ: SE. Each center receives one screening tool kit valued at $295 along with a resource kit valued at $300, and 1 hour of technical assistance for implementation of the ASQ: SE.
    • Training begins online via Zoom May 1, 8, 15, 22 from 6-9 p.m. | In-person session at the 4C For Children office May 29 from 6-9 p.m.
    • See flyer for complete details. Register for the training! Spanish interpretation is not available.
       

  • Face-to-Face Group Learning Experience: Supporting Autism in Early Childhood Settings

    • This full-day group learning experience combines training and coaching designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in early childhood settings. Come prepared to talk about the children in your care and complete a final reflection. Spanish interpretation is not available.
    • June 7, 2025 | 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    • In-person | Northwest Connection Family Resources (Hayward, WI)
    • Register at the Wisconsin Registry. | Registration closes on June 1, 2025
    • Questions? Contact Anna Barthen at abarthen@youngstarconnect.com.
       

  • CCR&R Annual Conference - Conscious Discipline

    • This year's CCR&R conference introduces participants to the foundational principles and practices of Conscious Discipline, a research-based approach to social-emotional learning, self-regulation, and classroom management. See the flyer for details.
    • Saturday, June 14 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Culver Family Welcome Center – Oshkosh, WI
    • Cost: $25/person | Register for the conference.