In some New Zealand towns families have just one option
The experience of Australia is a timely reminder to us
Here, we sum up the major stories we’ve covered in
Who is Who and Does What in Relation to the
Equality and acceptance of LGBT teachers in the New Zealand education system is still far from established.
Discrimination can be subtle, such as whispering the word ‘gay’ so that the children can’t hear, but can also be obvious and inappropriate through direct discrimination and exclusion.
Teachers, and particularly leaders, in early c
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Who is Who and Does What in Relation to the ECE Sector & Contacts Teacher Organisations and Associations NZEI – Union for the industrial interests
Wage and salary rates, pay scales, employment benefits and conditions Contents – on this page you will find: You’re welcome to join the Facebook group for
Becoming a Certificated Teacher.
The Teaching Council guidelines are clear and it’s easy – and no cost – to set up your own folder and follow the process. The article below explains how.
We also discuss mentoring and how to choose a suitable mentor.
We recommend you also read about the Professional Growth Cycle (PGC) that is
Changes to ECE policy and regulations – from the winding back of pay parity to removing requirements for services to acknowledge tangata whenua and respect children’s cultural backgrounds in their teaching – are undermining children’s rights, an advocate says.
Easter is a wonderful time to bring joy, creativity, and hands‑on learning into your programme.
Here are some favourite activities that children love and educators can adapt for different ages and abilities. We also give you ideas for learning links and documentation.
But first, it’s important to pause and reflect before planning. Consider how your centre and families feel about the commercialisation of Easter, its religious significance, and health matters such as allergies or chocolate consumption.
“It made me argue more confidently and I can stand by my words”: Beginning teachers’ perspectives about mentoring, goal setting, and leadership during teacher registration.
Caterina Murphy and Jenny Butcher. Te Tari Puna Ora o Aotearoa / NZ Childcare Association.
Full referenceMurphy, Caterina, & Butcher, Jenny (2015). “It
Political party promises 2014. The county’s political parties have mostly finalised their policies on which they will compete for votes. Early childhood education has not
Researcher Wendy Boyd. March 6, 2014. Mothers returning to paid work after the birth of their first child prefer their child to be cared for
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