My Story
Meet the Coach!
My name is Tara Ward, and I am a certified Life Coach for Youth and founder of TLC for Youth. I have over 20 years of experience working with kids of all ages. But my most important job is being the mom of an amazing son! After having my son, I started on my own self-development journey. My goal was to be the absolute best version of myself so I could be the best mother to my son. During my amazing journey, I learned a lot about growth mindset, emotional development, and mindfulness. As I was continuing to learn, I started thinking about the challenges I faced when I was a kid. I realized how empowering this powerful wisdom could be for kids! I had a strong desire to figure out a way to combine my passions in life (working with kids, self-development, and mindfulness) and create a meaningful, purposeful business. I completed my Life Coaching for Youth certification and TLC for Youth was officially born!
My Journey
My journey and passion for working with kids started in High School. After high school, I earned an Associates Degree in General Studies and completed courses in Early Childhood Education, Child Adolescent Psychology, Human Services and Crisis Intervention.
Work experience:
substitute teacher in the public school system, early childhood educator, daycare provider and life coach for kids and families, and owner of TLC for Youth.
Certifications:
90 hr school age children, 45 hr infant and toddlers, CPR, AED, First Aid, Life Coaching for Kids
My Mission
My mission is to empower kids with powerful wisdom and strategic tools to thrive while navigating their life’s journey. At TLC for Youth, we follow our GEM system for personal growth that focuses on three core areas of development including:
Growth Mindset
Emotional-Social Development
Mindfulness