9:00 am - 11:00 am
Over the last 5 years, Prime Time has helped the JASE program become a successful afterschool program in Martin County. We are thankful for the variety of trainings offered, yearly actions plans and multiple site visits.
Afterschool ProfessionalMartin County Parks and Recreation
Structure and Clear Limits – VIRTUAL
How do you prevent chaos in an afterschool environment without stifling the positive energy of youth? Youth need structure and clear limits in order to feel safe. This training will help you to analyze the level of structure in your program and practice identifying and maintaining clear limits.
Upon successful completion of this training, the participant will earn 2 clock hours (.2 CEUs) of training.
Training Objectives
Participants will:
- Explain how Structure and Clear Limits meet the developmental needs of youth.
- Explore ways to improve their programs’ structure.
- Establish limits for their programs.
Core Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Addressed (CKSCs)
Relationships and Interactions with Children and Youth
Individual Child/Youth Guidance
Apply – B. Guides child/youth behavior in positive, developmentally, and culturally responsive ways.
Enhancing Group Experiences
Identify – A. Understands active listening.
Apply – D. Observes and evaluates group activities and transitions and adjusts to enhance experiences.
Apply – G. Utilizes group management strategies based on theories of child and youth development.
Learning Environments and Curriculum
Physical Environment and Activities
Apply – C. Employs schedules, routines, and structured transitions.
Primary QIS Scales Addressed:
I-Safe Environment
I-E. Creating Safe Spaces
I-E-4. Demonstrate positive group management style.
I-E-5. Demonstrate mutual accountability.
II. Supportive Environment
II-F. Session Flow
IV. Engaging Environment
IV-P. Supporting Young People’s Interests