Kindergarten Part 1 is the first of a three session specialist Additional Qualification (AQ). Kindergarten Part 1 is for Candidates interested in updating their skills or enhancing their professional knowledge about effective early years practice with children aged 3.5 – 6 years. This AQ asks Candidates to explore theoretical foundations, the development of young children, …
Kindergarten Part 2 asks Candidates to apply and extend what they are learning about theoretical foundations, the development of young children, program planning and implementation, assessment, the learning environment and ethical considerations related to teaching and learning in the early years. Participants will reflect on the knowledge they gained from Part 1 and will refine …
This course is designed to extend and deepen the application of concepts discussed in Kindergarten, Parts 1 and 2. Communicating with families and supporting and mentoring colleagues in their practices in the Kindergarten classroom will be explored. Candidates will have opportunities to communicate and apply learning through practical experiences, discussion, networking and sharing the products of their …
This introductory course explores theoretical foundations and practical applications of mentoring through the development of mentoring relationships, implementation of mentoring models, and understanding of ethical practices in the industry. Candidates will holistically explore how the mentoring relationship supports effective teaching and leadership practices by understanding the role of the mentor in varying contexts. This course …
This course will focus on the knowledge and skills necessary to be an effective occasional teacher. It recognizes that occasional teachers may face additional challenges in their professional lives because of the nature of the occasional teaching role. Candidates will explore effective practices to bond and connect appropriately with students. Because of the nature of daily …
