Understanding Challenging Behavior in Early Childhood Education

June 24, 2025

Three children are sitting at a table. The two on the left are raising their hands enthusiastically, while the child on the right is focused on writing. Colorful shelves are in the background.

Understanding Challenging Behavior in Early Childhood Education

Status: On Demand
Duration: Not specified

Challenging behavior in early childhood settings often points to underlying social-emotional or mental health needs, not just behavioral issues. This webinar explores how intentional, responsive educator-child interactions can prevent and address behavioral challenges—especially in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Attendees will gain insight into:

  • The current landscape of behavioral challenges in early education
  • How adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and stress impact behavior
  • The role of educator-child interactions in managing and preventing challenging behavior
  • Practical strategies rooted in social-emotional learning and trauma-informed care

Key Takeaway:

By focusing on relationships over discipline, educators can support healthier classroom environments and long-term child development.

Panelists:

Five professional headshots in a row with names and titles: Jodi Whiteman, Rob Corso, Kelley Corbin, Larissa Fullilove, and Rochelle Lewis, each with their respective organizational roles and affiliations.
  • Jodi Whiteman, Director of Partnerships & Growth, LENA
  • Rob Corso, Executive Director, Pyramid Model Consortium
  • Kelley Corbin, VP of Early Childhood Services, Porter-Leath
  • Larissa Fullilove, SEL Instructional Coach, Porter-Leath
  • Rochelle Lewis, Early Head Start Educator, Porter-Leath