About Us
Our Story
My name is Sarah McLendon. We are a Christian education firm that offers consulting services and staff development training. We have almost 30 years in the education field and almost 20 years of leadership experience. We believe that early childhood education is essential to the success of children. Our mission is to train educators to facilitate that success.  We believe in maintaining a positive mindset, creating partnerships with a purpose, and always striving for significant outcomes. When you work with us, you should expect a collaboration with transparency and consistency. Want to learn more? Contact us today for an initial consultation.
Services
I work with clients, providing exceptional consulting services that are catered specifically to their needs. Take a look below at the services we offer and get in touch to achieve immediate results.
Educational Consulting
Do you have a project or idea that you’d love to bring to life? Do you have a curriculum that needs upgrading? Do you want to take your company to the next level? To find out more, email us.
Staff Training
Our clients are our number one priority, and our services prove just how committed we are to their success. We offer customized in-class training. Book an introductory meeting today to learn more about how we can help your staff reach their full potential and be professionally satisfied.
These classes are offered in person in Georgia.
We are always adding new courses for South Carolina. Please check that page for the most current list of approved courses.
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*40 Hour Director’s Training
*FCCLH Pre-Service Course
*4 Hour Food Safety and Nutrition
*Special Education in the Preschool Classroom
*Communication skills
*Physical Development
*Cognitive Development
*Leadership 101
*Marketing 101
*Time Management
*Business Budgeting 101
*Excellent Customer Service
*Classroom Observations
*Classroom Management & Classroom Management 2
*Autism & Autism 2
*Challenging Behaviors & Challenging Behaviors 2
*Brain Development
*Diversity in the Preschool Classroom
*Assessments for the Preschool Classroom
*New teacher fundamentals
*Stress in the ECE Setting
*Substitutes (they are important)
*Lesson Plans (GELDS)
*Leadership for Teachers
*Parent Engagement
*Providing a Safe Environment
*Introduction to Early Childhood Education
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These classes are offered on-line.
(120 Hour Course)
*On-line 120 Hour CDA Course work (cost is $450)
(This is only the classwork and does not include everything needed to obtain a CDA Credential)
(40 Hour Course)
*On-line 40 Hour Director's Course (cost is $275 - includes textbook)
(10 Hour Course)
*On-line FCCLH Pre-Service Course (cost is $80)
*4 Hour Food Service & Nutrition (cost is $40)
(2 Hour Courses) $10 each/lecture courses are $25 each
*Special Education in the Preschool Classroom
*Communication skills (also offered as a lecture course)
*Physical Development
*Cognitive Development
*Leadership 101
*Computer basics
*Management skills
*Marketing 101
*Time Management
*Business Budgeting 101
*Excellent Customer Service
*Interview skills (hiring the right person)
*How to interview (get the perfect position)
*Classroom Observations
*Classroom Management (also offered as a lecture course)
*Classroom Management 2
*Autism
*Autism 2
*Challenging Behaviors (also offered as a lecture course)
*Challenging Behaviors 2
*Brain Development
*Diversity in the Preschool Classroom
*Assessments for the Preschool Classroom
*New teacher fundamentals
*Stress in the ECE Setting
*Substitutes (they are important)
*Lesson Plans (GELDS) (also offered as a lecture course)
*Leadership for Teachers (also offered as a lecture course)
*Parent Engagement
*Safety in the Preschool Classroom
*Introduction to Early Childhood Education
*Raising the Bar: Introduction to ASYD Standards
*Challenging Behaviors in the Afterschool Classroom
*Classroom Management in the Afterschool Classroom
*Introduction to After School Care
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All classes are Bright From the Start Approved
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On-line Training
Does your staff need refresher classes? Is your facility in need of improvement? Do you need leadership classes? Are you interested in accreditation? Do you want to grow your student enrollment? Let us help you and your staff reach your goals.
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Visit us at
https://ececonsultingco.thinkific.com/collections
to register for classes.
Contact us:
Have a particular challenge you’re trying to deal with? Contact us today and see what we can do for you.
Fortson, GA, USA
706-405-6751
40 Hour Director's Course
Cost is $450 for the Hybrid class
I believe that Early Childhood Education is not babysitting but an opportunity to start a child off on an academic path that will give them the best chance at success. If you teach a child correctly from a very young age, they will grow up to be successful, productive and inspirational.
This course and will give you the tools to be successful in what you do, help you to inspire others and help you give your students a firm academic and social-emotional foundation.
This course will cover:
Leadership
Management
Finance and Fiscal Management
Rules and Regulations
Policies and Procedures
Curriculum/Child Development
Assessments
Anti-bias Education
Community Resources
Family Engagement
Staff Development
Communication
Marketing
