I believe educators need to implement an educational program that reflects the individual needs of children and promotes their beliefs, interests and experiences through play. As an educator, my priority is to provide children with experiences that reflect their identity through learning about their culture, developmental abilities and individuality (ACECQA, 2013, Quality Area 1). In planning for children’s learning, I will ensure that critical reflection and evaluation of the program is continuously documented so that informed curriculum decisions can be made to improve future learning outcomes for children according to the Early Years Learning Framework (ACECQA, 2013, Quality Area 1).
I believe that each child has a right to experience quality education and care in an environment that provides for their health and safety (ACECQA, 2011). As an educator, I believe that it is my responsibility to teach children about healthy lifestyles and how these positive behaviours are modelled. When planning daily routines, I will ensure that discussions on healthy eating, hygiene practices and physical activities are all incorporated to promote the importance of health and prevention of illness to children (ACECQA, 2013, Quality Area 2). …show more content…
As an educator I plan to organise the physical environment in a way that encourages children to explore, solve problems, create, construct and develop environmental awareness. Educators need to be aware when creating indoor or outdoor spaces, ensuring that children are engaging in quality experiences, that enhance their interests through equipment provided (ACECQA, 2013, Quality Area 3). I believe the environment should scaffold a child’s identity, social and communication skills, physical abilities or challenges and their learning styles so that they become confident learners (Early Years Learning Framework 2009, p.