Impact Category: ELCC workforce

As both a parent and an ECE, I have seen how important pedagogical support is within an early years centre. I see first hand just how valuable this on going support is that allows us to do the work we do every single day. As a mom of a two year old – Its crucial … Continued

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to express how important pedagogical staff have been in supporting me throughout my career in education. There have been many times when I have needed guidance, encouragement, and practical support, and the pedagogical staff have always been there to help me succeed. Their knowledge, patience, and willingness … Continued

It’s taken me a few days to really put my thoughts together on this. But I think I’m ready now. As an educator who’s been in the field for 6+ years, I can say that being an ECE is a hard but rewarding job. A few years ago a pedagogical support position came into the … Continued

I am writing to express my concern about the cuts to pedagogical support funding in Prince Edward Island’s early learning and child care system. While I am not a certified Early Childhood Educator, I have been working as a summer student in the field the past few years, meaning I am aware of just how … Continued

As an Early Childhood Intern (ECI) on Prince Edward Island, who has also worked in a Pedagogical Support role, I find it deeply concerning to learn of a proposed 50% reduction in funding. Having dedicated staff available to support the many responsibilities educators manage throughout the day is essential to the effective operation of any … Continued

I am not going to rewrite what everyone has written before me, but I want to emphasize the importance of every single emotion I read in those impacts. One thing I have learned as an Early Childhood Educator is that perseverance and advocating are what we do best. I am a firm believer that knowledge … Continued

It has taken me days to organize my thoughts into words, and even now, I’m not sure I’ve fully captured everything I want to say. The role of Pedagogical Support gave me the opportunity to enter the ELCC sector—something I have since realized is my lifelong career and exactly where I am meant to be. … Continued

I believe the field of education should have resources regardless of cost, especially given the importance and need on the island, where most children attend daycare. We know the demand is high, and unfortunately, the quality depends on political factors. Therefore, public policy is crucial to sustaining an early childhood education system. We need visionary … Continued

Working with a mentor is an incredibly valuable support as an educator. A mentor provides help when I need to find resources or prepare an activity. When a child is sick or having a crisis, they are there to support me. A mentor helps manage the entire team, the staff, and the center, and without … Continued

At Morell & Area Early Learning Centre, we, like the entire sector, are struggling to understand how the recent decision to reduce funding for Pedagogical Support Staff aligns with the Government of Prince Edward Island’s stated commitments to strengthen, grow, and sustain our early childhood sector. The Progressive Conservative Party of Prince Edward Island has … Continued