Tenesha Betoni is an Indigenous Early Childhood Educator. She is the Director of Early Childhood Education at San Juan College. She is a dedicated and motivated educator with a strong background in early childhood education, with over 15 years of experience. Tenesha has expertise in teaching infants to preschoolers, her philosophy is encouraging love, compassion and empathy through education. Tenesha advocates and supports educators in aligning teaching methods to NAEYC standards. Additionally, she serves as the faculty and Spoke Manager representative for the Early Childhood Mentor Network. Her leadership and advocacy efforts continue to positively impact the field of early childhood education in San Juan County.

 

In this keynote, we’ll dive into the heart of strengthening the connections between families, early childhood educators, and children. We’ll discuss how trauma and stress affect everyone involved—children, families, and early educators—and explore ways to provide positive, open communication. Our focus will be on practical strategies for building supportive, trusting relationships that help children thrive and create a nurturing environment for all.

Join us to learn how deepening these connections can make a real difference in early childhood education and family dynamics from a local Indigenous perspective.