Executive Functioning Skills for Little Learners
In this ongoing class, we will boost our knowledge of various executive functioning skills by reviewing what they are, common challenges we may experience, and various strategies we can utilize to positively support skill development.
Ms. Sheera (she/her)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(273)
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
Optional homework and resources are provided to reiterate concepts in class.Class Experience
Executive functioning skills refers to a set of cognitive processes that help individuals plan, organize, initiate, and complete tasks, as well as regulate their emotions and behaviours. These skills are essential for success in all areas of life, and can be especially important during the elementary school years, when children are developing the habits and behaviours that will shape their future. These skills play a crucial role in their academic and social success. During this weekly class, young learners will explore and enhance their knowledge of specific executive functioning skills and various strategies that can be utilized to support their growth, development, and self-confidence. Students will learn about strategies that can be easily implemented, in various situations and environments, to support their continued development of these mental thinking skills. This class is especially helpful for neurodivergent learners (i.e. ADHD, Autism), however all learners can benefit from increasing awareness of executive functioning skills. This class will focus on 8 areas of executive functions. Each week will begin with a check-in then proceed to the weekly topic. The skill areas are: 1) Planning and Prioritizing 2) Organization 3) Time Management and Task Initiation/Completion 4) Self-Control (with an emphasis on Emotional Regulation) 5) Attention and Focus 6) Working Memory 7) Mental Flexibility 8) Perseverance Learner-to-learner interaction is encouraged throughout the class. The teacher will facilitate ongoing dialogue, and fun and interactive activities, as well as google slides, to help learners understand the concepts being taught. Scenario examples, videos, crafts, interactive opportunities, games and other engaging materials will be utilized throughout the class. All weekly skills areas are independent of one another, join for all or join only on a specific week. Learners do not need any previous skills or experience to participate in this class. The schedule is as follows: Jan 17/25- Planning and Prioritizing Jan 24/25- Organization Jan 31/25- Time Management and Task Initiation/Completion Feb 7/25 -Self-Control (with an emphasis on Emotional Regulation) Feb 14/25 - Attention and Focus Feb 21/25- Working Memory Feb 28/25- Mental Flexibility Mar 7/25 Perseverance Feb 2/25- Planning and Prioritizing Feb 9/25- Organization Feb 16/25- Time Management and Task Initiation/Completion Feb 23/25- Self-Control (with an emphasis on Emotional Regulation) Mar 2/25 - Attention and Focus Mar 9/25- Working Memory Mar 16/25- Mental Flexibility Mar 23/25 Perseverance July 8/25- Planning and Prioritizing July 15/25- Organization July 22/25- Time Management and Task Initiation/Completion July 29/25- Self-Control (with an emphasis on Emotional Regulation) Aug 5/25 - Attention and Focus Aug 12/25- Working Memory Aug 19/25- Mental Flexibility Aug 26/25 Perseverance
Learning Goals
Students will explore and enhance their knowledge of specific Executive Functioning skills and various strategies that can be utilized to support their growth, development, and self-confidence.
Other Details
Learning Needs
We're not born with executive functioning skills, they have to be learned. Neurodivergent learners often have a bit more of a challenging time with these skills. In class, neurodivergent learners learn skills through fun/engaging activities
Supply List
- printer - teacher print outs - writing utensils
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
273reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree from Toronto Metropolitan University (formally Ryerson)
Associate's Degree from Humber College
Ms. Sheera has a 4 year Bachelor of Arts Degree in Child and Youth Care and a 3-year college Diploma in Child and Youth Work. She has been creating and facilitating emotional regulation groups for over 20 years in numerous environments, such as in schools, group home facilities and community centres; and with a variety of children and youth (i.e. children and youth with ASD, ADHD, OD, CD, anxiety diagnoses, as well as neurotypical children and youth).
Ms. Sheera has the following training certifications and continuously participates in professional learning opportunities:
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) certification
- Mental Health First Aid certification
- Understanding and Intervening in the Cycle of Youth Violence training
- Single Sessions Counselling certification
- Courageous Conversations, Confronting Racial Discrimination and Anti-Black Racism (monthly ongoing opportunity)
- Indigenous Perspectives on Mental Health and Trauma training sessions
Ms. Sheera is also a Professional Member of the Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care.
Ms. Sheera is a neurodivergent educator with an ADHD diagnosis.Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
40 min
Completed by 22 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-9
3-6 learners per class
