Right, so the “about me” part.

After high school, I chose to work full-time as a toddler teacher instead of using my full-ride scholarship to become a lawyer/journalist/exciting career of the week.

I found a mentor (Hi, Amy!) and fell for her vision that we needed more experts in the early childhood field. I wanted to be that expert. So, I returned to school while working in early learning programs and Early Head Start.

First, I earned an Infant-Toddler Credential from the CDA Council. Then it was an Associate’s degree in early childhood education and development at my local community college. Finally, I earned a Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Ball State University, where I also minored in special education.

Along the way, I was certified to facilitate Parenting Journey curriculum. I have training in Teaching Strategies: Creative Curriculum, Frog Street’s Love and Learn home visiting curriculum, and Conscious Discipline. I have learned from experts at NAEYC, Zero to Three, Head Start, and IAEYC conferences.

I’ve also researched and trained educators on positive discipline, trauma-informed care, early childhood mental health, and the importance of play. Yes, it’s a lot to spell out. But I wanted to clarify that I did become an expert (whoa).

And all of this lead to Well Beings with Alysia.

It was an idea that grew during all those moments of toddlers’ pure wonder, the joys and worries of parents, learning alongside fellow educators, and discovering the connection between behavior and environment.

So welcome. I’m here to share what I’m still learning, and I hope you’ll find what you need to create happier moments with the tiny humans in your life.

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