Collaborative Dialogue Series Session 3: Daily responsibilities for early childhood educators

2 PD hours

Cost: $20

This collaborative series of workshops will provide a safe place for educators to gather in the evening for two hours to form a community of practice with open lines of communication. A guide will be shared at the beginning of each session, outlining discussion topics and guidelines to participate in the talking circle. Participants will have the opportunity to share in each discussion, or pass. All participates are equal and will feel welcomed and a true sense of belonging.

Session 3: Daily responsibilities for early childhood educators

• Review the tools that are available to help educators to understand their role
• Walk through your typical day as an ECE in Nova Scotia

Presenter Biography

Kathy Black began her career as a nanny and later worked at the MSVU Child Study Centre where she was fortunate to learn from some of the best mentors in the early childhood field. Kathy continued her career as an Early Childhood Development Officer and Licensing Officer with the Nova Scotia Provincial Government. After 30 years in the field, Kathy accepted a term position as faculty in the Early Childhood Education program at the Nova Scotia Community College. In 2022 Kathy decided to go back to the childcare sector and work directly with the children and families. Kathy believes that working daily with children and families is her true passion and calling in life. Kathy began facilitating workshops to ECE’s in 2009 and continues to be inspired when meeting others who are passionate about caring for young children. Her goal is to empower other educators, parents and professionals to discover what is best for all children.