Early Childhood

Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports

Building relationships in Early Learning and Care programs through Positive Behavior Interventions and Support. Providing resources to all programs serving children from Birth to Five. The SEI EC-PBIS Project supports programs, staff, and families in promoting young children’s healthy social-emotional development skills, such as expressing emotions, cultivating relationships with others and successfully engaging in early care and learning environment.

We are serving the following countries: Des Moines, Henry, Iowa, Jefferson, Keokuk, Lee, Louisa, Muscatine, Van Buren, and Washington.

Did You Know?

  • Did you know?

    Early Childhood PBIS Consultants are available to provide staff with individualized training and coaching-meeting each caregiver where they are, building on strengths, and focusing on goals determined by the caregiver.

  • Did you know?

    When children know what the expectations are and have been taught daily procedures, they are more likely to engage appropriately in the early learning environment.

  • Did you know?

    Behavior is a form of communication: children may look like they are acting out when they are really trying to get their needs met.

Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)

Where is SEI EC-PBIS project providing services?

  1. Des Moines County
  2. Lee County
  3. Muscatine County
  4. Henry County
  5. Keokuk County
  6. Jefferson County
  7. Iowa County
  8. Washington County
  9. Van Buren County
  10. Louisa County

Who is eligible for the project?

ALL Childcare Centers and Family Childcare Homes 

How much does it cost?

Participation in the SEI EC-PBIS Project is FREE.

Funding is provided through Early Childhood Iowa 

What services are provided?

Training, Coaching and Behavioral Consultation on the pyramid model

Will this help with IQ4K Implementation?

Yes. The SEI EC-PBIS Project aligns with the Iowa Quality 4 Kids System. EC-PBIS benefits programs at every level

Will I have to go anywhere to receive the coaching or consultation?

No. Coaching is completed face-to-face and fits in your schedule. Behavioral Consultation may occur virtually or at your facility.

Do I have to be a current program participant to receive a behavioral consult?

No. Although consultation support prior to participation in the EC-PBIS Project is limited.

What materials will I need to participate?

Training and coaching materials are provided by EC-PBIS. Additional incentives are provided throughout participation in the Project.

Is EC-PBIS just to help with behaviors?

No. The EC-PBIS Project will focus on program-wide support to all staff through training and coaching of best practices for working with young children. Everything from the physical environment to course schedules and routines, to the developmentally appropriate curriculum, may be addressed. The EC-PBIS Consultants will tailor their support to fit your program’s needs. 

Where can I find more information?

Please fill out this form for more information.

How do I contact EC-PBIS?

Email: Southeastiowaecpbis@gmail.com

Call: 319-385-8126

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