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Toddler-Parent Program
The primary goal of the center-based toddler program is to combine intervention needed to develop listening and spoken language skills with fun and engaging activities appropriate for children ages 18 to 36 months.
Each child receives:
Individual speech-language therapy with a Speech-Language Pathologist
Small group auditory and language learning sessions with a Certified Teacher of the Deaf
Additional group activities that target development of early literacy and social skills
The advantage of an on-site Audiologist that assists the teacher to ensure that each child is hearing to the best of his/her ability at all timesEach family receives:
Individual and small group parent education sessions
Opportunities to participate in classroom activities
Regular updates regarding classroom activities
Regular opportunities to work with their childs teachers to plan goals and review progress
Opportunities to participate in a parent support group
Support and encouragement from the DePaul staff
Access to an on-site Audiologist for help with cochlear implants, hearing aids, troubleshooting problems,and coordinating care with their childs audiologist
Assistance with transition to preschool programsBeginner Toddler Class (approximate ages - 18 to 24 months)
Attend group session two days per week for approximately two hours per day
Regular parent-child-teacher sessions before or after class are available
Maximum class size: 4 children
Daily Parent ParticipationAdvanced Toddler Class (approximate ages - 24 to 36 months)
Attend group session 2-3 days per week for 3 hours per day
Regular parent-child-teacher sessions scheduled on an individual basis
Low Student-to-Teacher Ratio
Frequent Parent Participation