PALS Trainings

Professional Development That Builds Confident Teams

The best classrooms start with strong, supported educators. PALS offers professional development and early childhood training that helps teachers, directors, and childcare leaders feel confident, capable, and inspired in their work.

Each session blends practical strategies with research-based methods that educators can apply immediately. Whether in person or online, PALS trainings focus on improving communication, strengthening classroom management, and deepening understanding of child development.

Led by Vickie Maertz, OTR, OTD, a Texas Master Registered Trainer, every workshop combines real classroom insight with hands-on learning. From professional development days to tailored on-site sessions, PALS helps educators create programs that nurture both children and staff.

Flexible Training Options

  • Bring customized workshops directly to your center or program. Sessions are designed around your team’s needs and can cover topics such as leadership, child development, and sensory-based classroom support.

  • Join live, interactive sessions from anywhere. Virtual trainings are perfect for individuals, small teams, or workforce programs looking for accessible professional development.

  • Create a full day of learning and collaboration for your team. Choose topics that align with your program’s goals and give staff time to connect, reflect, and grow together.

    • Sensory 101: Connecting the dots between sensory and behavior

    • Motivation: How Goal Setting Can Drive Employee Success

    • Brain Development: From Birth to 5 years and the impact of the child’s environment 

    • A Book Comes Alive! Scavenger Hunt for 2- 5 yr

    • Texas Minimum Standards- Escape Room

    • Texas Minimum Standards- Jeopardy Game

    • Handwriting Skills: What I Need to Know Before I can Learn to Write

    • Working with Children with Special Needs: Empowering Every Learner: Supporting Children with Special Needs

    • Everyone Belongs: Building Truly Inclusive Early Childhood Classrooms

    • The Big Picture: How Gross Motor Skills Fuel Fine Motor Development 

    • Unlocking Potential: Recognizing and Responding to Learning Differences

    • Building Bridges: Supporting Children with Physical Disabilities

  • All training content meets Texas child care training standards and can be tailored to match the specific goals of your center or organization.

  • Centers that host a training receive discounted registration and the opportunity to collaborate with other early childhood professionals. Hosting allows you to select topics that fit your program and share your work with peers across the field.

Invest in Your Team’s Growth

PALS trainings are designed to give educators confidence and clarity in their work. When teachers and directors feel supported, they create classrooms that are calmer, more organized, and full of meaningful learning experiences.

Whether you are a small center, a district program, or a workforce organization, PALS can help you design a professional development plan that makes a lasting impact.

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