Classes taught by Rio Betts
Rio Betts
Rio Betts is an early childhood educator and proud mother of six, bringing love and compassion to every classroom she enters. With a natural ability to connect with young learners, she transforms each day into an engaging adventure in discovery, growth, and joy.
She holds years of hands-on experience in daycare and preschool settings as well as in her own home teaching her children.
Rio is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Special Education. With this, she hopes to develop trusting relationships with her students and provide a space for all to feel safe and included.
In her spare time, Rio enjoys being in the great outdoors with her family, whether that’s playing at the beach or camping in the mountains or gardening in her own backyard, being outside in nature is her happy place!
Kindergarten Fun
Class Details:
Thursdays
10:00-11:30pm
Teacher: Rio Betts
Monthly Tuition: $70
One time Class supply fee: $
Enrollment limit 16
Class Description:
Course Description:
This play-based, hands-on class is designed to help young learners develop the foundational skills they need for a confident and joyful transition into a social learning setting. Using age-appropriate games, music and movement, art activities, and interactive storytelling, students will explore, create, and connect while learning how to participate in a structured group environment.
Each session is thoughtfully planned to support the development of key learning skills, including fine and gross motor coordination, social-emotional awareness, communication, listening, and teamwork. Through imaginative play and guided group activities, students will learn to take turns, follow directions, share materials, and build friendships—all in a nurturing, encouraging space where every child feels seen and valued.
This class is perfect for children who are new to classroom settings, or who would benefit from extra time practicing social learning skills.
Course Objectives:
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will:
Social & Communication Skills
- Practice introducing themselves and engaging with peers
- Take turns and share materials during structured activities
- Follow multi-step directions with visual and verbal support
- Begin to express needs and emotions appropriately in a group setting
Cognitive & Pre-Academic Development
- Build early comprehension and sequencing skills through storytelling and play
- Engage in open-ended art and building activities to spark creativity and flexible thinking
- Begin identifying colors, shapes, numbers, and patterns in playful contexts
Fine Motor Skills
- Strengthen hand muscles through activities like cutting, gluing, threading, coloring, and small building tasks
- Improve hand-eye coordination using simple manipulatives and tools
Gross Motor Skills
- Participate in movement-based games that develop balance, coordination, and body awareness
- Practice whole-body listening and self-regulation through music and motion activities
Social-Emotional Learning
- Recognize and name basic emotions
- Develop empathy and cooperative play strategies
- Build confidence in participating independently within a small group
Math is Fun
Class Details:
Thursdays
1:00-2:00pm
Teacher: Rio Betts
Monthly Tuition: $45
One time Class supply fee: $25
Enrollment limit 16
Class Description:
Course Description:
This play-based, hands-on class is designed to help young learners develop the foundational skills they need for a confident and joyful transition into a social learning setting. Using age-appropriate games, music and movement, art activities, and interactive storytelling, students will explore, create, and connect while learning how to participate in a structured group environment.
Each session is thoughtfully planned to support the development of key learning skills, including fine and gross motor coordination, social-emotional awareness, communication, listening, and teamwork. Through imaginative play and guided group activities, students will learn to take turns, follow directions, share materials, and build friendships—all in a nurturing, encouraging space where every child feels seen and valued.
This class is perfect for children who are new to classroom settings, or who would benefit from extra time practicing social learning skills.
Course Objectives:
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will:
Social & Communication Skills
- Practice introducing themselves and engaging with peers
- Take turns and share materials during structured activities
- Follow multi-step directions with visual and verbal support
- Begin to express needs and emotions appropriately in a group setting
Cognitive & Pre-Academic Development
- Build early comprehension and sequencing skills through storytelling and play
- Engage in open-ended art and building activities to spark creativity and flexible thinking
- Begin identifying colors, shapes, numbers, and patterns in playful contexts
Fine Motor Skills
- Strengthen hand muscles through activities like cutting, gluing, threading, coloring, and small building tasks
- Improve hand-eye coordination using simple manipulatives and tools
Gross Motor Skills
- Participate in movement-based games that develop balance, coordination, and body awareness
- Practice whole-body listening and self-regulation through music and motion activities
Social-Emotional Learning
- Recognize and name basic emotions
- Develop empathy and cooperative play strategies
- Build confidence in participating independently within a small group