This essay will discuss communication as being a fundamental part of the early childhood teacher’s role. Educators will communicate with many people during the course of their day. Developing positive relationships through open communication is a strategy that will benefit teachers, parents and most importantly, their students. Teachers must establish limits and expectations for students, not only in the classroom, but within individual lessons. Behaviour management is an essential skill that will be utilised regularly and will require a teacher to develop strategies for dealing with a variety of behaviours. Teachers are role models to their students, and this includes role modelling verbal and written communication methods. The teacher’s verbal and written communication skills must be of a high standard. Listening skills are essential in effective communication. Clear, concise communication is fundamental to quality education practices in the early childhood sector.
Teachers communicate with a range of people on a daily basis. These people include students, parents and extended family, other teachers and school staff (Marsh, 2004, p.153). Fostering relationships with these groups of people will make communication easier and more effective. It is essential that teachers develop strong relationships with other teachers and staff at the school to foster a cohesive workplace. The level of communication teachers engage in will depend on the age and skill level of the receiver. Utilising a variety of communication methods is a sound way to develop relationships with students, colleagues and parents. Teachers may have to adjust or modify their communication styles when interacting with different parents, especially when considering ...
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Effective communication is a key principle for developing positive relationships with children, young people and adults. By ensuring that communication is effective it provides clarity on what behaviour is expected and a clear understanding of the tasks. In providing this children and young people will feel they are able to join in and it also provides positive experiences in variety of situations. The result is children will feel more at ease within the school setting and with those around them. By listening to what a child, young person or adult has to say a sense of value and self-worth can be achieved, which forms another factor in developing positive relationships, trust.
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In early childhood education most of the caregivers; teachers, assistants teachers and parents have difficulties with the way children act or what they say in certain situations or activities. Thanks to the many early pioneers in Early Childhood Education we have now so many bases that help us to understand and promote a healthy and appropriate environment for a good development of the kids. Guidance that means “teaching children to learn from their mistakes, rather than punishing children for making them” (Gartrell, 2004) is a powerful tool we have as teachers to deal and
Sometimes a student is successful in one area and having difficulty in another or a student has trouble using their words to communicate and becomes aggressive. At this center, the teachers have the tools to assess each child and the parents are interested in knowing the strengths and supports their child needs. The article Understanding Families, states that there should be “opportunities for families to discuss their beliefs about their children, what they want for their children, and how they support their children’s development” (Christian, 7). As conferences occur every 6 months, parents also communicate with the school and teachers via email and during drop off and pick up times. Another great example of parent communication is in the article Building Bridges from School to Home. The teacher builds relationships with parents by getting them to understand the areas that their child struggles and continues to strive in. Making sure they know that their child will master these skills when they are ready (Lawrence-Lightfoot, 2). At Staples Child Care Center, all teacher will assessments and observations about the child and a few suggestions that the child will benefit
Dr. Seuss wrote, “You’re off to great places. Today is your day. Your mountain is waiting. So get on your Way”. The role of the early childhood educator, while rewarding, can sometimes feel as is you are climbing a mountain. Educators have to consider how to implement curriculum, instruction, management, and technology in the classroom. Educators also have to provide an environment where all children feel safe and nurtured. When creating a course of action, educators have to consider their role as well as the role of the student, parent, and community.
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As a teacher in early childhood development, I believe that the teacher skills and personality influence how children understand, observe and react to the classroom environment and the world around them. Even though part of teacher responsibilities are academic, daily interactions that encourage social, emotional and physical development are important. One of a quality effective early childhood educators’ characteristic is that they should have patience.
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