I have enjoyed our class this semester! I have learned a lot of new things about myself, how others are perceived, and how my biases affect my work with young children and families.
When I think about working with young children and families from different backgrounds, my ultimate goal is that I always embody the spirit of diversity, equity, and justice. I want the families that I work with to feel welcomed and understood by me and by all of the teachers and staff that work in my childcare center. I want them to be able to freely share their experiences in a loving and non-threatening environment.
One of my goals for the early childhood field is that teachers would be required to read our anti-bias education text book before they enter the field. I wish I that I had been given the opportunity to read this material before I ever stepped foot in an early childhood classroom.
To my colleagues, I wish you the best of success in your future work with children and families. I would also like to thank you all for your words of encouragement, wisdom, and respect during this class. It was an awesome experience to share this class with all of you.
Regards,
Monette
Hi Monette. Using a textbook or other means of sources is an excellent idea for all teachers who need to know culture differences in the past and today. This course has taught me to be more appreciative and see families as unique in their own ways. It has been a pleasure meeting you and I wish you the best in your career and degree. Jay
ReplyDeleteGreat idea Monette! I also posted about the importance of staff development in the area of diversity. I never thought about using the textbook to do so. As usual you give great insight and I have enjoyed you throughout this course. I hope that our paths will cross again in the very near future as we continue on our educational journey. Best wishes to you on all of your future endeavors.
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Hi Monette,
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your goal when you state you want to "always embody the spirit of diversity, equity, and justice." This is an excellent goal for ALL early childhood professionals to embrace when working with children that depend on them. Good Luck to you on the rest of your journey and the places it takes you throughout life!
Hi Monette,
ReplyDeleteI too think about how much better of a teacher and a person I would have been if I would have known before what I have learned in this class. My desire is to pass on what I have learned to others and to create an environment that allows families to feel welcome.