We are so excited to have you joining our TLC team!

Hi,
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I'm Riley The Learning Centers Education Coordinator, I am located out of state but available anytime by text (phone, brightwheel, email, teams, group me, or if you need something else I'm sure we can work together!). I will be your main contact for all things New Employee Orientation Training related. Rebecca, Scherrie and Shelly will be your contacts for any day to day directions and scheduling needs as well as the in person items like a tour of the facilities and other operational questions. 

Here we will walk through the New Employee Orientation together. We will start by working on making sure you have computer access, and here we will be working on completing the onboard trainings required by the state, the hospital and those that will best support you working in a "TLC" style classroom. Throughout this process you will follow the checklist below, trainings and resources will be linked and I am here to support you in this process so please reach out as needed!


Let's get connected!
First you will need your computer login if you have any issues with this or accessing your email you will need to contact IT at extension

Please download the following apps onto your phone;
  • Duo (you should have this if you are all set with IT)
  • Brightwheel (this will come as an invitation email to your work email)
  • groupme (you will receive a text invite for the groups from Riley for the building you are at)
  • optional; teams, outlook

Next you will begin the classroom orientation checklist (in your packet) and work on your online trainings when not in the classroom. For your online trainings you will work your way down this list which is broken up into three sections; New Teacher Surveys, Licensing Required Trainings and Hospital Trainings.

New Teacher Survey *Click here to link to the TWO new teacher surveys*
Licensing Required Trainings *further instructions and links can be found here*
*these must be completed within 8 weeks of your hire date*
  1. Heart Saver First Aid (2 Step Process – Online training and in-person training verification)
  2. ​Complete Food Worker’s Card
  3. Mandated Reporter Training
  4. CPR/RQI
  5. Health and Safety Modules
Hospital Trainings *click here for links and detailed instructions*
  1. Department Orientation Checklist/Classroom Immersion Checklist – Observe in each classroom
  2. Complete Foundation Health Learning in Health Stream
  3. Hazard Communication Worksheet (complete with your supervisor)
  4. Child Supervision training 
  5. Diapering Skills Check In
  1. Reggio Readings
  2. Read and Sign the Statement of Commitment for NAEYC code of Ethical Conduct.​
  3. Register for Alaska SEED 
  4. ​Brightwheel Training videos as needed (separate tab)​
  5. TLC Department Skills Checklist, completed over the first month and reviewed with the education coordinator by phone appointment. (how to find policies, confirming completion of tasks, asking any questions you still may have. This is the final formal step to the onboarding process.)
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TLC's Philosophy, Mission & Vision

Philosophy:
Through focusing on the whole child, empowering their thoughts, questions, interests, we believe that we will foster a lifelong love of learning. Using a Reggio-Inspired approach and adopting the core values of the Reggio Emilia philosophy we are able to; promote effective and meaningful learning, share in the learning experiences of each child, follow high-quality care standards, and consider new and developing research in the field of early childhood as we thoughtfully and intentionally evolve our practice to best teach the children we serve.
Mission:
The Learning Center will maintain a high quality learning environment for all children. Teachers work to help the children explore their world through thoughtful exploration and reflective documentation. Teachers work to stay current in the field and follow best practices when working with children. Through; provocations, art experiences, and scaffolding teachers are able to learn alongside the children as they give them the tools and encouragement to help each child be successful.
Vision:
Children and Teachers will create a classroom where learning through play is an ongoing shared experience.

Who's Riley?
Hi I'm Riley and up until May 2026 I was a real life in person TLC employee and had been for over 10 wonderful years (see picture proof above). I am so excited to get to stay on in some capacity and do my favorite part of teaching which is sharing my love and curiosity with all of our TLC Teachers. I believe that we are all our best teachers when we are learners ourselves so I hope that together we can all continue to work to grow our own practice through education, experience, passion and empathy! I'm always happy to answer questions or help find an answer together. Text or call me literally anytime and I'm happy to get to work with you! No question to small.