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Professional Development

Professional Development

Growing Stronger, Together!

Our Professional Development team supports TN CCR&R coaches across the state with training, resources, and ongoing learning opportunities designed to strengthen coaching practices and professional growth. Through statewide collaboration, specialized support, and high-quality development opportunities, we are committed to equipping coaches with the tools they need to confidently support child care professionals and families across Tennessee.

Professional Development Bulletins

NEW! Email Training Participants Directly Through Learning Stream

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Did you know you can email registered training participants directly through the Learning Stream Instructor Portal?

Instructors can now easily share training updates, reminders, handouts, cancellations, and follow-up materials without creating separate email lists.

How It Works

  1. Log in to the Learning Stream Instructor Portal using your assigned instructor account.
  2. Locate your assigned training event on your dashboard.
  3. Select the Email option from the event menu.
  4. Choose whether to email all registrants or selected participants.
  5. Add your subject line, compose your message, and include links to any materials you wish to share.
  6. Review your message and recipients before sending.

Important Reminders

  • Consider CC'ing yourself to receive a copy of the message.
  • If you need to distribute files or attachments, you can also coordinate with your assigned Training and Registration Manager.
  • Replies to emails sent through the Instructor Portal may not reach you directly. Always include your preferred contact information if participants need to respond.

Stay Connected. Keep Participants Informed.

This feature provides a convenient way to communicate important information before and after training, helping participants stay informed and prepared while streamlining instructor communication.

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Contact Person

Johnican Coleman

Johnican_Coleman@signalcenters.org

901-302-8767

New TN CCR&R PowerPoint Templates Are Here!

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Three new PowerPoint templates are now available to help staff create clear, engaging, and consistent TN CCR&R presentations.

  • Colorful: A vibrant, engaging design that adds energy while maintaining TN CCR&R branding standards. Perfect for presenters who want a bold, professional look.
  • Savvy: A clean, modern design that reduces visual clutter and keeps the focus on clear, impactful content.
  • Traditional: A classic, professional design created for clear and polished communication.

The templates have been approved by the Professional Development and Marketing teams. Please use the provided layouts and only edit the approved content areas. Fonts, colors, logos, backgrounds, and other branded design elements should not be altered.

Download the Templates and User Guide

Visit the Professional Development page in the Employee Portal. Scroll to the Professional Development Downloads section at the bottom of the page to find:

  • Colorful PowerPoint Template
  • Savvy PowerPoint Template
  • Traditional PowerPoint Template
  • PowerPoint Template User Guide

The User Guide includes step-by-step instructions for opening the templates, selecting slide layouts, adding content, using the icon library, and preparing your presentation for sharing.

Contact Person

Kristian Lewis

Kristian_Lewis@signalcenters.org

615-390-3209

Before You Begin (BYB) Presentations

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The Before You Begin (BYB) presentations and accompanying guides are available below for your use and reference. Please be sure to download both the presentation and corresponding guide for the training you are facilitating.

BYB: Working with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers

BYB: Working with School Age Children

These materials are designed to support child care professionals as they complete Before You Begin training requirements and build a strong foundation for quality care practices across Tennessee. If you have questions or need additional support, please reach out to your TN CCR&R team.

Contact Person

Kristian Lewis

Kristian_Lewis@signalcenters.org

615-390-3209

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The Before You Begin (BYB) presentations and accompanying guides are available below for your use and reference. Please be sure to download both the presentation and corresponding guide for the training you are facilitating.

BYB: Working with Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers

BYB: Working with School Age Children

These materials are designed to support child care professionals as they complete Before You Begin training requirements and build a strong foundation for quality care practices across Tennessee. If you have questions or need additional support, please reach out to your TN CCR&R team.

Contact Person

Kristian Lewis

Kristian_Lewis@signalcenters.org

615-390-3209

Professional development resources

Training & Registration Support
Family Engagement Brochures
BYB Presentations and Guides
Pyramid Model Training Materials

The CCR&R Professional development Team

Meet the team

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Marketing Director

Lindsey Thurman

lindsey_thurman@signalcenters.org

(931) 309-4755

Content Areas

Regions

Belinda Kenny

Administrative Assistant

belinda_kenny@signalcenters.org

Terri McCaughan

Training & Registration Manager

Terri_Mccall@signalcenters.org

615-913-1341

Michael Bowers

Training and Registration Manager

Michael_Bowers@signalcenters.org

(615) 946–4353

Kristian Lewis

Coach Support Coordinator

Kristian_Lewis@signalcenters.org

615-390-3209

Kerri Whitt

Coach Support Specialist-East TN

Kerri_Whitt@signalcenters.org

423-260-9313

Serves East Tennessee.

Johnican Coleman

Training Coordinator

Johnican_Coleman@signalcenters.org

901-302-8767

Emily Watts

Training & Registration Manager

Emily_Watts@signalcenters.org

931-303-1073

Brittany Taylor

Coach Support Specialist-Middle TN

Brittany_Taylor@signalcenters.org

615-840-9785

Serves Middle Tennessee.

Briana Woods

Coach Support Specialist-West TN

Briana_Woods@signalcenters.org

901-355-4709

Serves West Tennessee.