4 Reasons to Hire a Emergent Language Teacher

Emergent Language Teachers (ELTs) are a creation of the Developing Language team to provide equitable and accessible language development services for all infants and toddlers. Many children who have speech delays don’t have access to high-quality teachers or special education services that would allow their children to develop the skills they need to be successful. There is an increasing demand for children to be kindergarten-ready in preschool. Language plays a foundational role in the development of the whole child. ELTs are the best providers of language development in children 0-3 because we are well-versed in pedagogy, theory, and instruction required to support language development.

Finding access to high-quality infant and toddler developmental services is challenging in certain areas. ELTs work with your child’s needs within your timeline and in your environment. Developing Language is committed to providing access so all children can succeed and thrive through language using their most important asset, their parents/guardians. DLTs train and support parents to develop their child’s language through proven strategies. Some may say children learn language when they are ready to. However, it is the teacher’s job to develop children’s knowledge of vocabulary, grammar, and mechanics of language as they are developing their understanding of language. Children need communication skills to be effective students and regulate emotionally in a school environment. The great part is that all the services can be provided within the home environment, where children can build strong connections with their families. Developing Language is a service that provides high-quality instruction for children 0-3 and empowers families to support the academic advancement of their children.

ELTs are licensed educators with experience in meeting the cognitive, socio-emotional, and academic development of children ages 0-3. ELTs are not to be confused with speech pathologists. Teachers provide most of the language support in preschool classrooms in all academic settings. In addition, teachers are the most versed in whole-child learning and support the needs of all children. Developing Language hires experienced and trained individuals who have a passion for providing high-quality services for children ages 0-3. We can cater your experience to the needs of your family and children. Parents can book individualized sessions with ELTs where they show parents how to engage in play, develop a language-rich environment, and support speech at home. All the resources are provided through a platform with videos on how to implement instruction for children. Learn more about the costs and benefits of scheduling services with an ELT by scheduling a meeting with a Developing Language Emergent Language Teacher by emailing us at contact@developinglanguage.com.

Summary of Four Reasons to Hire an Emergent Language Teacher:

1. Language is an essential skill to develop in speech and other developmental domains
2. Emergent Language Teachers have specialized skill sets to meet the needs of infants and toddlers to support parents in developing literacy skills through play
3. Builds strong relationships with children and families to better the language development of the child
4. Sessions are personalized to meet the needs of the children and provide scaffolds to build their current understanding of language