CYC and Early Childhood Center of Excellence

We're Hiring!

Now Hiring: Early Development and Learning Program Manager

OCALI’s Center for the Young Child is now hiring a Program Manager to lead the work of the Early Childhood Center of Excellence team, promoting accessibility and meaningful participation of all children in early learning settings. Daily requirements will vary widely, including the management of personnel, deadlines and workflow, ordering and dissemination of materials and equipment, analyzing data and drafting reports, and coordinating communication and collaboration within OCALI and with outside partners.

Learn more and apply: https://ocali.org/ocali_employment_opportunities/Early-Development-and-Learning-Program-Manager

Come see us tonight in Columbus!

Stop by to:
Explore early development, learning, and family support resources
Connect with OCALI Family Support and Early Learning & Development Specialists
Browse OCALI’s Lending Library and sign up for an account
Make-and-take activities
Giveaways for families and early care and education professionals

Now available: In the Know Naptime Series on Education Station! 🎉
Explore the series today and level up your practice in just 30 minutes.

✔️ Quick, engaging 30-minute virtual sessions
✔️ For all early care and education professionals
✔️ Valuable insights, helpful strategies, and practical tips

Start learning during naptime—or anytime! 👉 Explore In the Know Naptime on Education Station today

https://ohioeducationstation.org/search?tags=606

Ohio Department of Children and Youth

The Early Childhood Center of Excellence was excited to attend and present at the annual Ohio Head Start Association, Inc.(OHSAI) Conference held June 2-4 at Great Wolf Lodge in Warren County, Ohio.

The team shared strategies to create a positive, responsive early learning environment, including adaptations to enhance the participation of all learners.

Missed us at the conference? Learn more about how we can support you here: https://ohiopromise.org/ec-coe

C*C Team members have been busy traveling throughout Ohio to share information about early identification of autism and other developmental disabilities, and our Family Support services.

Here are some of our team members presenting at the 2026 Act Early Ohio Summit and ID Early for Autism in Early Intervention training in Hamilton County.

Act Early Ohio OCALI

🍩☕ The Final Part of Donuts with Di is here! ☕🍩

Early Intervention Professionals — Let’s Keep the Conversation Going!
Join us for the last session in the Donuts with Di series:
Integrating Assessment Findings into Individualized Plans

In this session, we’ll wrap up exploring how to connecting asessement information strengthens best practices and leads to indivdual plans in early intervention.

📅 June 15, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM EST
⏱️ 90 minutes

Ohio Approved & DODD Credit Approved ✅

👉 Grab your coffee, your donut, and come learn with Di!
🔗https://ocali-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WRLUVbmdSyG5gA--lQBzmg #/registration

Ohio Department of Children and Youth

OCALI’s Center for the Young Child on the Go is Coming to Your Community!

OCALI’s Center for the Young Child on the Go brings helpful resources together in one place to support children birth–5 with developmental delays, along with the families and providers who support them.

Stop by to:
Explore early development, learning, and family support resources
Connect with OCALI Family Support and Early Learning & Development Specialists
Browse OCALI’s Lending Library and sign up for an account
Make-and-take activities
Giveaways for families and early care and education professionals

No registration required!

Toileting can be a tough skill to learn—and for many children with disabilities, it takes extra time, planning, and consistent support.

This web resource shares practical strategies, routines, visuals, and troubleshooting tips to help families and teams support toileting with dignity and confidence.

Explore here: https://ocali.org/Supporting-Toileting-for-Children-with-Disabilities

Ohio Department of Children and Youth

From Ohio Help Me Grow Early Intervention to Preschool Special Education, families deserve a partner who can help them understand every step. Our Family Support Specialists are that connection.

Check Out This Testimonial:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNQEc5kKyxo&list=PL9xjfybC2p9EfGPCB12GDKjogNM_y2Cks&index=1

Get Started Here: https://ocali.org/family-support-specialists

Department of Children and Youth