Empowerkids: Building Resilience & Emotional Intelligence
Through interactive activities and guided discussions, your child will learn effective ways to manage their emotions, build self-confidence, and develop healthy relationships with peers.
Mrs. Marissa , MA, BCBA, LBA
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(122)
What's included
12 live meetings
12 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Learners will be asked to journal or fill out a provided worksheet. It is not necessary but encouraged.Grading
Students can recieve written feedback at the end of the duration of the course.Class Experience
PLEASE NOTE WHILE THIS CLASS OFFERS INFORMATION ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH STRATEGIES, THIS IS NOT A GROUP THERAPY AND PERSONAL EXPERIENCES ARE NOT SHARED. Welcome to our interactive and engaging class designed for learners aged 8-12 who are working on emotional regulation, creating and maintaining friendships, and building confidence. In this class, we focus on teaching evidence-based coping skills and social skills. These skills empower learners to regulate emotions effectively, manage stressors, and foster healthy relationships. Additionally, age-appropriate social skills will be taught through evidence-based curriculums. While learners will not share personal experiences they will be gathering skills to help them through personal experiences. Our class is structured to keep learners actively engaged and involved. Lessons are delivered through a variety of mediums including slides,videos, and kahoots. Learners will remain engaged and excited about their learning journey. Our teaching style is enthusiastic, patient, and passionate. We believe that learning should be enjoyable, and we strive to create a positive and encouraging atmosphere where learners feel motivated to explore new concepts and practice new skills. We value patience and understanding, recognizing that each learner progresses at their own pace, and we are dedicated to supporting their growth and development every step of the way.
Learning Goals
1. Identifying Emotions: Help learners recognize and label emotions accurately based on pictures and facial expressions, including both positive and negative feelings.
2. Understanding Body Language: Teach learners to identify body language cues
3. Developing Coping Strategies: Assist learners in developing a toolbox of coping strategies such as deep breathing, mindfulness techniques, or positive self-talk to regulate emotions when faced with challenging situations.
4. Building Empathy: We will discuss what empathy is, how it is beneficial, and how it helps us maintain friendships.
5. Conflict Resolution Skills: Teach learners effective strategies for resolving conflicts peacefully and assertively, including active listening, compromise, and finding win-win solutions.
6. Initiating Social Interactions: Provide opportunities for learners to practice initiating conversations and activities with peers, building confidence in social settings.
7. Recognizing Social Cues: Help learners recognize nonverbal social cues such as body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice, facilitating better understanding and communication in friendships.
8. Practicing Social Skills" Offer opportunities for role-playing and guided practice in various social scenarios to strengthen social skills like taking turns, sharing, and cooperating. Our scenarios will be scripted and based on topics that do not allow learners to stray to anything inappropriate or personal.
9. Building Self-Esteem: Support learners in recognizing their strengths and accomplishments, fostering a positive self-image and increased confidence in themselves and their abilities.
10. Setting Boundaries: Teach learners of different boundaires they are able to set
11. Seeking Help When Needed: Encourage learners to seek help from trusted adults or peers when they encounter challenges or need support in managing their emotions or social relationships.
12. Celebrating Progress: Celebrate and acknowledge learners' progress and efforts in emotional regulation, friendship skills, and confidence-building, reinforcing their growth and development.
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Identifying Emotions
Recognize and label their emotions accurately, including both positive and negative feelings. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Understanding Body Language
Recognize Body language cues 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Developing Coping Strategies
Developing a toolbox of coping strategies such as deep breathing, mindfulness techniques, or positive self-talk to regulate emotions when faced with challenging situations. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Building Empathy
Encourage empathy by helping learners understand and consider the perspectives and feelings of others, fostering a sense of connection and understanding in social interactions. 60 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There will not be class content that may be upsetting or scary to some learners, or that requires learners to take extra safety precautions. If a child mentions something that may fall within these topics I will redirect the child as I would in a brick and mortar classroom.
Pre-Requisites
Learners need to be verbal
Supply List
A notebook is recommended but not required A writing utensil is recommended but not required
Joined May, 2020
4.7
122reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a board certified behavior analyst specializing in helping children learn to regulate emotions as well as teaching social skills.
I teach social skills and emotional regulation in person and online as a profession. This is to teach skills, not therapy.
I have a Masters Degree as well as a Bachelors Degree in Psychology and Behavior Analysis.
I have over 16 years experience working with kids who are both nuerotypical and nuerodiverse and a certification in special education.
I am continuously taking classes to ensure I am keeping up to date with the information I know as my fields grow Reviews
Live Group Course
$125
for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-15 learners per class
