Relating to other Adultn

EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND DEVELOPMENT

Lesson 28: The Beginning teacher in ECE

Relating to other Adults

• Never Interfere when another teacher is solving a problem: Unless specifically invited to join in, allow other teachers the courtesy of dealing with situations alone.
• Ask questions: Feel free to question teachers regarding handling of children.
• Maintain communication: Keep other staff members informed of significant events and problems that occur. Parents’ questions and concerns should be redirected to the teachers.
• Consult your Master teacher: Work together on selecting and evaluating age appropriate activities that will fit in with curriculum goals.

These guidelines help to avoid some common pitfalls of a new teacher. Students must add their own experiments, insights and interpretations.