I Want To Pursue A Degree In Early Education

4.3 I am currently a trainee nursery nurse completing my level 2 NVQ in childcare, I then would like complete my NVQ level 3 in childcare. After that I would like to achieve my postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) so I could then pursue my career into teaching special needs children in schools.

As a childcare practitioner it is important that I am able to recognise when a child in their early years may have a range of learning needs. To be able to understand the way I need to work with others to ensure that the learning plan that is in place for this child has a positive impact on their health, development and learning. To ensure I am offering an inclusive practice where the child is supported and feels valued and is helping them towards achieving the Five Outcomes of The Every Child Matters Framework.

The opportunities given to me to work with beginning teachers have been rewarding. Building stronger learning communities will always be a passion of mine because it ultimately enables our students to be better served in the classroom which leads to higher student achievement.

Striving to provide high quality childcare provisions that support children’s development to reach their potential.

Through working with 0-2 year olds it has provided me with opportunities and experience to acknowledge children’s needs by finding ways to communicate through body language. By having opportunities to extend by knowledge via different courses has allowed me to extend my knowledge. Although I have gained a

I truly enjoy being able to support the children along their learning and discovering adventure with new concepts, ideas and experiences. The children should be introduced to understand about themselves so that they can learn who they are, who they can be and will be. It is a fulfilling feeling to know that as an early childhood educator, I can help to support the children to open their minds. At times, as cooperate in learning

I have been a qualified childcare worker since 1997 and thoroughly enjoy the work that I do, however I feel that it's only since October 2013 when I started my E100 The early years: Developing practice course that I have have truly developed as a practitioner. I have more knowledge and understanding about what I carry out with the children and the reasoning behind it. Throughout this EMA I plan to analyse the way in which I have developed as a practitioner during the past year. Currently, I work in an extended day care establishment in an urban area of Glasgow.

I have always known that I wanted to make a difference in society by becoming a teacher, due to my love of children and helping people understand various topics. I have worked with children by babysitting, instructing karate, leading children’s Sunday school, and working at a summer camp. By doing these activities I have established bonds with diverse groups of children, but at the same time, I kept a professional and respectable boundary. I have successfully worked inside a planning department alongside people of all ages and personalities in planning activities and lessons for kids.

Due to circumstances out of my control I left sixth form halfway through undertaking my level 3, but picked it up again through an apprenticeship. This helped me gain in-depth knowledge of working with children as I got thrown into situations which would not normally arise from being a student on placement,such as observing and being a key worker to a small group of children, and interacting with parents and taking part in training courses. Throughout my time in childcare I have experienced working with various ages, ranging from 5 months to 14 years. And has given me the opportunity to achieve certificates in; Safeguarding

The practitioner interviewed is an Assistant Teacher in a nursery. She is working with children 3 to 4 years old. She has Level 2 and 3 In Early Childhood Studies and another courses that complete her education. Currently she is studying level 4 and 5 part time in the University of East London with the aim to get promotion in the future.

By reading this article an early childhood teacher wishing to become an associate teacher will gain some knowledge and understanding of what they are required/expected to do while the student is on practicum at their centre. The teacher will be able to understand how important it is to communicate with the student on practicum to ensure that the student is comfortable and knows what they are doing and what is expected of them while on practicum. This article would also be of interest to a parent of a young child as they will gain an understanding of how practicum is a busy and stressful time for not only the associate teacher but also the student teacher. By reading this article it also allows the parents of a young child to explain to their young child(ren) who may be attending a centre with a student teacher who the 'new teacher' is and why they are at their

I am drawn to primary teaching from my own experiences as a pupil. Throughout my education I have been inspired, guided and challenged on a daily basis. It is this role model I now aspire to become by preparing pupils for all areas of life in a positive, creative and engaging style. I am currently studying for a PGCE with one of the largest providers of teacher training in Essex. This intensive course is delivering up to date training in all areas of primary education and has become the basis of my teaching practice.

My vision for working with children is very interesting and. Children are lovely. They give me a different experience when they kiss me and give me a hug. Also as English is my second language, I learn from children when I stay with them.

I am applying to Texas Tech University due to my goal of majoring in Early Childhood Education. Throughout my years of schooling I was inspired by many of my teachers to become one myself. I have dreamed about becoming a teacher and having my own classroom since the first grade. My first grade teacher, Mrs. Fife, was absolutely amazing. She had a way of always making you feel welcome and showed me how enjoyable school could truly be. It was the day she asked everyone what they would like to be when they grow up that I realized I wanted to teach an elementary level just like she had. She was my role model, and as my schooling years continued I realized that one day I too could be someone’s role model. The thought of going through schooling to

Now, I have gained competencies to manage and educate learner’s belonging to multiple age groups and cultures, from multidisciplinary professionals to primary school