Infant/Toddler Specialist Program

West Central Child Care Connection and the Department of Human Services have teamed up to promote quality care for children 0-30 months. The Infant/Toddler Child Care Specialist works toward creating quality child care environments by providing information, training, and technical assistance to any Early Childhood Program within our nine counties.

Services Provided

The Infant/Toddler Specialist provides training and technical assistance on infant and toddler related issues to providers, parents and children. Whether you are a provider who has been a caregiver for twenty years or more or are new to the field, the Infant Toddler Specialist can help you on issues relating to our youngest population.

Parent/Provider Topics

· Practical Tips for Best Practice in Caregiving
· Making the Most of Your Environment
· Toys and Games for Infants and Toddlers
· Ten Things Every Child Needs
· Partnering With The Family

Additional Trainings & Technical Assistance

If you would like to learn more about:

…… the unique needs of infants and toddlers

…… making your infant toddler environment safe, interesting          and developmentally appropriate

…… taking cues from the children on what the day’s activities          should include

…… sensory play that engages infants and toddlers for more          than just a few minutes

…… the types of toys, books and games that really work best          for children

…… how to make toys and games for infants and toddlers          with materials you already have available

…… partnering with the families in your care to build strong          relationships that will benefit their young children

…… ways to make your daily routines flow smoothly and          seem less hectic

then call West Central Child Care Connection at
1-800-782-7318 or 217-222-2550 to setup a time for Sheila to come to you.

You can also contact our Infant Toddler Specialist by email at SSmith@wcccc.com with any questions!