February 21, 2026 | In-person and Online | Bryant Conference Center, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
The ITSN Conference is a special opportunity to focus on the uniqueness of the infant-toddler period and to connect with colleagues who share your commitment to babies and their families.
Who should attend? ALL center-based and family care educators serving infants and toddlers in Alabama are welcome and encouraged to attend, as well as site managers or administrators supervising infant-toddler programs. The conference is also open to coaches, consultants, and professional development providers supporting the infant-toddler workforce.
Christy Isbell is a pediatric occupational therapist with more than twenty-five years of experience working with young children. She is an Associate Professor and Research Coordinator in the Doctor of Occupational Therapy program at East Tennessee State University (ETSU) where she teaches graduate level child development and pediatric occupational therapy courses.
Dr. Isbell maintains her clinical practice and her specialty is early intervention. She has presented nationally and internationally on topics related to sensory integration, autism spectrum disorder, fine motor development, and the design and implementation of inclusive early childhood environments.
Dr. Isbell has written books and articles to educate early childhood educators and parents which includes the book, Sensory Integration: A guide for preschool teachers and Mighty Fine Motor Fun.
For additional information, contact: professionaldevelopment@ua.edu.