Every teacher in an ECE classroom plays a vital role in creating a safe and supportive environment where children are able to develop as an individual. As the parent of a child with some heath and mobility issues, I can see first hand the difference pedagogical support staff make. While he does not require constant … Continued
Having worked in the early childhood field for over a decade, and having children of my own, I can attest to the “before and after” of having the pedagogical support vs. The before of not having it. I have seen with my own eyes how beneficial the role is to creating a workplace that is … Continued
I am an elementary school teacher, and the mother of a child attending a registered daycare center. When my son was a year old, there were no spots available in registered centers. I called hundreds of centers weekly to try and get a spot. During this time, I did a lot of thinking about how … Continued
We are disheartened to hear about the reduction in funding for pedagogical support staff in early learning and childcare centres. We have had 2 children directly benefit from this service, which was instrumental in their upbringing and development from ages 1-5. Specifically, pedagogical support staff were there for our children to: support difficult transitions (for … Continued
We moved to PEI last summer and were lucky enough to get a childcare spot for our daughter at Parkdale Sherwood Headstart Early Learning Centre. We have had the most wonderful experience and it’s extremely evident that every single staff member plays an integral role in making the centre a safe, educational, caring, clean, and … Continued
The impact that quality, accessible childcare has on the workforce, and the economy at large, is immense. In economic times such as these, the government should be increasing funding for childcare supports, not decreasing funding. The care and education of our next generation should be of utmost priority, and for that to be the case, … Continued
Our two children have greatly benefited from these supports. I can’t imagine how their center would function without it. The government needs to reconsider cutting the funding!
As a parent, I cannot overstate how essential our early childhood educators and daycare system are to my family’s daily life and overall wellbeing. These programs are far more than childcare—they are safe, nurturing environments where our children learn, grow, and build the foundation for their future. They also allow parents like me to work, … Continued
I am the parent of two beautiful children who have been in full-time childcare since infancy. I am an educator at the public school and college levels and my husband is an educator and member of the Canadian Forces. Childcare is essential to our family unit and allows us to not only do our jobs … Continued
As being a working mother its important to have a great spot for your children while you work. My child started at the daycare when she was 6 months old, I had no choice, to go back to work. My daughter absolutely loves her daycare and all of her educators. They are nurturing and kind … Continued
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