EYCDC August 2024 Newsletter
Professional Development
Introduction to the Gaelic Culture for ECEs
You may have seen our teasers over the last few months for a new seminar coming to our online platform. We're thrilled to announce our newest free seminar, Introduction to the Gaelic Culture of ECEs. Hosted by Eamag Dhòmhnullach and supported by the Department of Gaelic Affairs, this PD is an opportunity for ECEs in Nova Scotia to learn about the Gaels, their historical background, traditions, and modern day revival of culture and language.
This seminar also includes a detailed look at the EYCDC's Gaelic Cultural Collection, how the materials reflect the Gaelic culture, and how they benefit children's development.
Click here for more information or to register.
Learning with Mi'kma'ki
Learning with Mi'kma'ki is a new professional development opportunity for early childhood professionals in Nova Scotia. The 6-hour course is focused on learn to see the land and the natural environment through the Mi'kmaw lens and discover how to apply Two-Eyed Seeing to your ECE practice.
Saturday, October 5th, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The first 3 hours of the session will be held in the classroom at NSCECE (6208 Quinpool Rd. 2nd Floor, Halifax, NS) and the final 3 hours will be held in Point Pleasant Park.
Each participant will have a chance to win a prize: a book Mi’kmaw Moons, the Seasons in Mi'kma'ki,
by Cathy LeBlanc and David Chapman illustrated by Loretta Gould that describes traditional teachings about the moon cycles and their relation to the natural history of Mi’kma’ki on Canada’s East Coast.
Click here for more information or to register.
EYCDC Library
PLEASE NOTE: From September 5th to October 17th, the EYCDC will not be open for browsing.
During this time, materials can still be borrowed, however, customers will be required to reach out ahead of time and request items for pick-up.
The EYCDC Library collection can be viewed from anywhere in our online catalogue. Loose Parts are not included in this catalogue but are still available to be loaned. All loan requests should be made through the form included on our website or by email (at [email protected]). If you know the specific item you are looking for, please include the call number and item name (ex. M 608 - Counting Ladybugs). If you are unable to locate a specific item, please give as much description as possible and we will send back possible options. Once a request has been made, we will schedule a pick-up time.
EYCDC Staff will still be available during our regular business hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. As always, extended hours are available by request. Please contact us to arrange an appointment.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
Message from the EECD:
Call for Expressions of Interest – Delivery of Professional Development
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is preparing for the release of the revised Capable, Confident, and Curious: Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework. The updated framework and Educator’s Guide is reflective of sector and community feedback and emphasizes equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism with a distinct focus on supporting educator practice to be culturally responsive. Along with the revision of the Framework and the Educator’s Guide, the ELCF professional Learning Modules will be updated, according to a specific timeline, to ensure that information shared with the sector is consistent and also focused on culturally responsive practice.
The Early Years Professional Development Committee (EYPDC) - Comité pour le Développement Professionnel en Petite Enfance - is seeking expressions of interest from qualified and experienced individuals to join a facilitation team that will deliver professional development modules that include the revisions made to Capable, Confident, and Curious: Nova Scotia’s Early Learning Curriculum Framework (NSELCF) across the province.
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience working in the field of early childhood education
- Demonstrated understanding of the day-to-day work of an early childhood educator
- Knowledge and understanding of adult learning principles
- Understanding of the Early Learning Curriculum Framework
- Knowledge and awareness of culturally responsive practices
- Post-secondary education and knowledge related to early childhood development and inquiry-based practices, as described in the framework
- Knowledge and understanding of a variety of recommended best practices related to early childhood education
- Skills and experiences in developing and facilitating training for early childhood educators, are an asset
- Experience leading or participating on a collaborative team, an asset
- Comfortable with technology and online platforms (Teams, Zoom, Meet Up) to deliver sessions
- Ability to deliver modules in French, an asset
If you are interested, please email to [email protected] for more details.
PLEASE NOTE: Expressions of Interest are to be submitted by September 13, 2024.
NSCECE Programs
Do you know someone who would make a great Early Childhood Educator?
Register for our referrer program and we'll send you a $200 pre-paid Visa gift card if they enroll as a student at NSCECE.
Here is the link to sign up: Referrer Program Registration (nscece.com)
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👩🏼🎓12-month Onsite- September 3 , 2024, Eligible for FT Student Loan and a $5000 Bursary from EECD
📚16-month Online- October 7, 2024, Eligible for FT Student Loan and a $5000 Bursary from EECD
For more information contact Shawna: [email protected]