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 …
This series profiles the experiences of RECEs as they navigate the pandemic. We interviewed Stephanie Walker and Patricia Borges Nogueira about their experiences and advocacy efforts. Q: Let’s start with your practice setting. What can you tell us about the work you do? Patricia: I’m an RECE in a preschool …
This series profiles the experiences of RECEs as they navigate the pandemic. We interviewed Taylor Jenkins RECE, a Resource Consultant with Andrew Fleck Children’s Services (AFCS) in Ottawa. AFCS had to temporarily close its centre though its employees are working remotely. Q: In what ways has COVID-19 affected your professional …
This series profiles the experiences of RECEs as they navigate the pandemic. We interviewed Lead RECE, Rachel Pollard, of the Niagara-based Port Colborne Child Care Centre. Q: Can you tell us about your practice setting and what you do? A: I’m the Lead RECE where I assist the Supervisor with …
With recent tragic incidents of anti-Black racism, and June marking National Indigenous History month and LGBTQ2+ Pride month, the College acknowledges how much work still needs to be done to combat racism and discrimination in our society. As Registered Early Childhood Educators, we have an important role to play. By …
This series profiles the experiences of RECEs as they navigate the pandemic. We sat down with Kerissa Brewster as an RECE in kindergarten who’s now supporting her classroom and their families online. Q: In what sector area do you normally practise, Kerrisa? A: First, I want to say that I …