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Training & Coaching For Early Childhood Educators Who Want Calm, Connected, Inclusive Classrooms... Without Burning Out

This work is for you if you are an early childhood educator, leader, or school community member who:
- Feels overwhelmed by challenging behavior and emotional intensity,
- Wants support strategies that align with your philosophy and values,
- Is tired of systems that don’t serve children (or adults),
- Seeks practical tools to put into place right away, and
- Cares deeply about equity, belonging, and emotional well-being.

 

Summer 2026 PD that isn't awful!

Leading with Courage: Navigating Uncertainty, Vulnerability, and Growth in Education

The Emotions Few Talk About, but Many Feel: Understanding Shame, Disconnection, and Emotional Safety in Education Many educators and program leaders carry emotional burdens they rarely discuss openly: fear of failure, self-doubt, perfectionism, and disconnection.  Inspired by BrenĂ© Brown and Adam Grant’s conversation on shame, vulnerability, and emotional safety, this workshop helps participants better understand the emotions beneath behavior and communication.  Let’s explore how emotionally safe school environments strengthen relationships, resilience, collaboration, and learning. Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 6-8 pm, PDT Set two pending, CKC: PPLD Confident Enough to Question Yourself Confidence can be a strength, but overconfidence can quietly limit growth, connection, and collaboration.  Inspired by BrenĂ© Brown and Adam Grant's conversation on overconfidence and self-awareness, this workshop helps educators and program leaders examine the hidden impact of certainty in schools and classrooms.  Let's explore how curiosity, humility, and reflective practices lead to stronger leadership, healthier teams, and a more responsive learning environment. Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 6-8 pm, PDT Set two pending, CKC: PPLD  Teaching and Leading in Uncertain Times What if certainty isn’t something to eliminate, but something to learn from? Inspired by BrenĂ© Brown and Adam Grant’s conversation on uncertainty, this workshop helps educators and program leaders develop the courage, flexibility, and reflective practices needed to navigate change with greater confidence and connection. Let’s explore how emotional awareness and adaptability create healthier classrooms, stronger teams, and more resilient school communities. Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 6-8 pm, PDT Set two pending, CKC: PPLD Zoom links to follow! 

$90.00 USD

If your vision is a world where early childhood spaces are grounded in respect and curiosity, guided by hope, and filled with joy- places where adults feel supported, children are understood, and calm, connected communities can truly thrive, Amy Williams Academy can help.

You know those times when your children are melting down, you're crying, and everything is falling apart?

        Me too!

You want practical and effective tools that you can put into action immediately to cultivate more peaceful, loving communities.  Amy Williams Academy helps teachers practice skills so their classrooms are joyful and respectful again.

Learn practical and effective tools that you can use to cultivate more peaceful, loving communities.  

We exist to show/ remind you how to treat all children with kindness, respect, and curiosity.

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Meet Amy

Jamie S., School Director

"I am still smiling after last evening, and after our six week training has come to an end. This is exactly what I didn't know I needed! In my 24 years in childcare, 20 years as an admin, this was the single best training I have ever taken. I LOVED EVERY MINUTE."

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1-on-1 Coaching 

Private coaching to help you become the compassionate, respectful, and joyful teacher you were meant to be.

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Team Training

Engaging training to fit the needs of your team. Choose from existing workshops or create your own.

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Keynote Addresses

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Books & More

Discover a library of resources from Amy Williams Academy.

 
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TV & Media Appearances

Guest appearances on KATU's "Afternoon Live" and a variety of podcasts offer reminders and important points to consider as your child grows.

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I learned practical ideas that I could put into action the very next day in my classroom.

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She challenged me to self-reflect, observe, then make adjustments that worked with individual children.

Amy has a valuable ability to see both the forest and the trees, from a parent, educator, and child perspective. Amy’s style will make you feel simultaneously respected, nurtured, and understood, and despite smoothly raising two amazing daughters to adulthood, she will never make you feel judged or as if a difficult child is that way because you are parenting the wrong way. She will teach you, a lot, without you even realizing you are being taught. Five stars; highly recommend.

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Long story short: I'm your cheerleader, your coach, and your reminder that you can be the best person possible in the lives of the children that you love. You can be the confident, clear, calm leader your children deserve. Let's get started.

I can’t begin to express the deep transformation that occurred in every aspect of my life

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