Coaching
At First Up, we believe coaching is a partnership that honors the knowledge, experiences, and values of each educator and program. Our approach is strength-based and collaborative, designed to unlock potential, celebrate what’s already working, and co-create pathways for meaningful growth.
Whether you’re building on your Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) plan, seeking to deepen the impact of recent professional learning, or looking for thought partnership on a specific area, First Up’s experienced coaches are here to walk alongside you.
Through personalized, strengths-based coaching, we:
- Celebrate and build on the unique strengths of each educator and program.
- Co-design goals that reflect your community’s culture, values, and aspirations.
- Provide practical strategies and reflective spaces that foster confidence, resilience, and innovation.
Among the areas where we can impact your program:
- Classroom arrangement and management: designing classroom environments that nurture belonging and learning.
- Supporting children’s social and emotional development through responsive practices.
- Cultivating leadership skills at every level of the program.
- Strengthening business and administrative systems for sustainability.
- Positive interactions: Co-creating positive daily routines, classroom organization, and transitions.
- Fostering warm, culturally responsive interactions among educators, children, and families.
- Promoting health and safety practices.
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- Strength-based planning and reflection.
- Collaborative goal setting aligned with your program’s vision.
- Practical, sustainable strategies that build capacity and confidence.
Among Our Programs
Right From Home!
Is a business training and coaching series specifically designed to supports home based child-care educators in strengthening the operations of their programs.