As educators, we are called to honour diversity in the learning environment by taking each child’s background and experiences into account when designing learning activities and experiences. So how does this translate to regulatory governance? The varying perspectives on Council allow for more effective governance and strategic oversight, enabling the …
Identifying, confronting and disrupting racism is essential and complex; as a profession, we have work to do. This work can take many forms, including individual learning, building relationships and sharing experiences, developing curriculum, or advocating for change in sector. All of these activities can form part of RECEs’ CPL goals …
What is self-care? The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health defines self-care as doing things that help you relax, feel better and that you enjoy, especially during times of stress. “Self-care can add meaning to your life while also supporting your health.” “Helpers need time to re-energize, refuel and indulge …
We recently sat down with two registered professionals in mental health to talk about about the best ways to look after yourself as you return to the learning environment. Their ideas may improve your capacity to provide the highest quality education and care. Meet Kelly and Nadine Kelly Falconer, MSW, …
The Council of the College of Early Childhood Educators meets four times annually to oversee the College’s activities in regulating the profession in the public interest. Here are highlights from the public portion of the Council meeting held on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. In the spotlight Congratulations are in order! …
Our new resource, the Practice Guideline on Pedagogical Practice (the guideline) can help you adapt curriculum and pedagogy as you transition back to on-site child care. The guideline covers and encourages inquiry and play-based learning and interacting with the natural world, building collaborative relationships and examines the key role judgment …
We recently spoke with three RECEs who work as child life specialists (CLSs). We asked them about their experience in caring for children in hospitals where personal protective equipment (PPE) has always been a regular part of their practice. What are child life specialists? According to the Association of Child …
You play a vital role in the lives of children and families. Early learning and care settings are often children’s first communities beyond the circle of their families. Your expertise and insights allow you to support the development and well-being of children in your care. We know you may still …
This series profiles the experiences of RECEs as they navigate the reopening of child care centres. We interviewed Lisa Belton RECE, a Program Coordinator with Andrew Fleck Children’s Services (AFCS) in Ottawa. AFCS had to temporarily close its centre at the start of the pandemic and reopened June 17 at …
This series profiles the experiences of RECEs (and their colleagues) as they navigate the pandemic. Sharon Looi RECE and Susan Berger OCT (Ontario College of Teachers’ member) work as a team at the York Region District School Board. They’ve worked together for one year. Q: In what ways has COVID-19 …
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