JUST A T.A.D. LLC | EARLY EDUCATION CONSULTING

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Training that gets your team ready for anything.

Practical training and professional support for early childhood educators, leaders, and organizations.

Why Just A T.A.D.

Practical training for the people who care for children.

Just A T.A.D. trains and supports early childhood professionals. Educators leave with strategies they can use right away, and directors and owners get a partner for onboarding, staff development, and program support.

Who we help

  • Childcare centers
  • Head Start and Early Head Start programs
  • School-age programs
  • New and aspiring educators
  • Teachers, assistants, and leaders
  • Directors, owners, and organizations

What sets the work apart

  • Practical, educator-focused training
  • Custom training to meet program needs
  • Practical strategies educators can use right away
  • Support beyond the training

Training

Training Built for Real Classrooms

Hands-on training for early childhood professionals and childcare programs. Choose a training, then submit a request for the date you prefer.

  1. Safety & Health Training

    Infant and Toddler Safe Sleep (ITS-SIDS)

    Build safer sleep practices and stronger infant-toddler care routines with practical training for early childhood professionals.

    Duration
    2 hours
    Format
    In person or online
    Class size
    10–25 participants
  2. Safety & Health Training

    CPR / First Aid / AED Certification

    Hands-on CPR, First Aid, and AED training that helps you respond with confidence when a medical emergency happens.

    Duration
    About 5–7 hours (varies by session)
    Format
    In person
    Class size
    10–12 participants
  3. Classroom Best Practices

    I Am Whit It! Strategies for Engaged & Effective Classrooms

    Classroom management training with practical strategies for supportive structure, behavior guidance, transitions, and engagement.

    Duration
    2.5 hours
    Format
    In person or online
    Class size
    Up to 30 participants

Also available by request: Playground Safety / Outdoor Learning EnvironmentsTeam Building / Preventing Burnout

Schedule

Training & Walk-In Availability

Stop by during walk-in hours, or submit a training request for a date that works for your team.

  • Monday

    Walk-In Support

    9:00 AM–5:00 PM

  • Tuesday–Thursday

    Scheduled Training & Open Registration

  • Friday

    Walk-In Support

    9:00 AM–5:00 PM

  • Saturday & Sunday

    Weekend Opportunities by Request

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Walk-in support can help with training questions, class registration, workforce and onboarding resources, CDA and portfolio support, consultation, and customized training and staff development.

Looking for a specific training date?

Submit a training request and we'll confirm availability, registration details, and next steps.

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Professional support

Professional Support for Programs and Teams

Custom training, staff development, and program support for childcare centers, directors, and organizations. Every service starts with a conversation about what your team needs.

Results

Real Training. Measurable Impact.

97.4%

positive ratings

from the 39 participants who completed the survey after the stress management and burnout prevention session at a wellness training event.

Source: post-training participant survey.

Portrait of Kenneth Robinson, M.Ed., founder of Just A T.A.D.

Meet the founder

Kenneth Robinson, M.Ed.

Kenneth Robinson is the founder of Just A T.A.D. and an educational consultant and training provider supporting early childhood educators, childcare programs, and organizations.

Through practical professional development, training, and workforce support, Kenneth helps educators and program leaders strengthen their skills, prepare their teams, and create stronger learning environments for the children and families they serve.

His approach keeps professional development practical, relevant, and connected to the real challenges educators and leaders face every day.

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about training, registration, and services.

Where can I take CPR and First Aid training in Durham, NC?

Just A T.A.D. offers in-person CPR / First Aid / AED training in Durham, North Carolina. The training is designed for individuals and organizations, including early childhood professionals and childcare programs. Use Register for Training to request an available date or group session.

Does Just A T.A.D. offer CPR / First Aid / AED training for childcare professionals?

Yes. Just A T.A.D. offers CPR / First Aid / AED training for individuals and groups, including childcare professionals. Current training is in person and typically lasts 5 to 7 hours depending on the session. Certification is provided upon successful completion.

Where can childcare providers take ITS-SIDS or safe sleep training in Durham?

Just A T.A.D. offers Infant and Toddler Safe Sleep (ITS-SIDS) training for early childhood professionals. The training is available in person or online, is approximately 2 hours, and focuses on safe sleep practices and infant and toddler safety. Use Register for Training to request a date.

Does Just A T.A.D. provide early childhood professional development in Durham, North Carolina?

Yes. Just A T.A.D. provides early childhood professional development, staff development, workforce readiness, safety and health training, classroom best practices, leadership support, and other training services for educators and childcare programs in Durham and surrounding areas.

Who does Just A T.A.D. serve?

Just A T.A.D. serves childcare centers, Head Start and Early Head Start programs, school-age programs, new and aspiring educators, teachers, assistants, program leaders, directors, and organizations seeking early childhood training or workforce support.

Can Just A T.A.D. train an entire childcare center or staff team?

Yes. Childcare centers and organizations can request group training, customized staff development, professional development days, workforce development, onboarding support, and other program-specific services. Use Consultation to discuss your team, goals, schedule, and training needs.

Do you offer classroom management training for early childhood educators?

Yes. Just A T.A.D. offers “I Am Whit It! Strategies for Engaged & Effective Classrooms,” a classroom management training focused on practical strategies, supportive classroom structure, engagement, behavior guidance, transitions, and meeting individual needs. The current session length is approximately 2.5 hours.

Does Just A T.A.D. offer on-site training for childcare centers?

Yes. Depending on the training or service, Just A T.A.D. can provide training at the Training & Onboarding Center or work with organizations on on-site options. Use Consultation for group, center-based, or customized training requests.

Can I get CDA support in Durham, North Carolina?

Yes. Just A T.A.D. provides CDA-related support, including coaching, resources, PDS specialist services, and Child Development portfolio support. Use Consultation or visit during walk-in support hours to discuss the type of CDA assistance you need.

What services are available during walk-in hours?

Walk-in support is available Mondays and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Services may include training questions, registration assistance, workforce and onboarding support, resume resources, CDA and portfolio support, consultation, staff development, curriculum support, and other early childhood program assistance.

Does Just A T.A.D. offer weekend childcare training?

Select training and support services may be requested for Saturday or Sunday. Weekend opportunities are by request, and every requested date requires confirmation from Just A T.A.D. Use Register for Training or contact Just A T.A.D. to request weekend availability.

Do you offer virtual early childhood training?

Some Just A T.A.D. training is available online. Infant and Toddler Safe Sleep (ITS-SIDS) and the I Am Whit It! classroom management training are currently identified as available in person or online. CPR / First Aid / AED training is currently offered in person.

Where is the Just A T.A.D. Training & Onboarding Center?

Just A T.A.D. is located at 2702 Weck Drive, Durham, NC 27709. The center supports early childhood educators, childcare programs, and organizations with training, onboarding, professional development, and program support.

How do I register for a Just A T.A.D. training?

Select Register for Training on the website and submit your training request with your contact information, selected training, preferred date, and participant details. Just A T.A.D. will follow up to confirm availability, registration details, and deposit information.

How do I request customized training or staff development?

Select Consultation to schedule a conversation with Just A T.A.D. Customized training, program and staff development, group training, workforce development, Director and Owner Support, and contract or partnership options begin with a consultation so the service can be matched to your needs.

Contact

Contact & Visit

Questions about training or services? Call, email, or stop by during walk-in hours.

Visit
Training & Onboarding Center
2702 Weck Drive
Durham, NC 27709
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Call
(919) 808-1930
Email
info@justa-tad.com
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