How long have I been an Educator for?

Over 10 yrs

What do you enjoy about being an Educator?

I enjoy seeing how the little ones grow and develop their own identity. Love hearing how they speak their minds and how they see the world with their own eyes. With all the chaos in the world, it’s nice to be surrounded with little ones that have the purest heart and won’t judge you. The look on their face when they come in the morning as if saying, I put my trust in you.

The tamariki always keep me up on my feet and every day is always an adventure.

Your family/hobbies/beliefs/values…

We came from the Philippines and migrated in NZ over 18 yrs ago while my 4 boys were still in their primary years. They are all young adults now and two have moved out a few years ago. Me and Roy are both nature lovers and will always go out for a walk on a fine day. On long weekends or holidays, we go tramping. It’s our way of rewarding ourselves by exploring the lovely landscapes and beautiful scenery our country has to offer.

I believe that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity regardless of their status or educational background. Showing kindness or empathy towards one another will make this place a better world. Fairness – in dealing with everyone and not taking advantage of others. Compassion/Empathy – Understanding and caring about the feelings of others who are in difficult situations. Try to help in whatever way you can.

Respect – Treating everyone with kindness, consideration and politeness.

Your Philosophy and Curriculum:

What are you passionate about/your strengths as an Educator?

Teaching tamariki Christian values to help them become better human beings.

Providing a warm and caring environment for the children. Make them feel welcome and comfortable under my care for them to consider my childcare as their second home.

I want to help shape their young minds and become confident learners. To teach them become resilient and be fair with others.

I offer tamariki a sense of belonging and feeling of trust. I help them develop their own identity. 

We go to playgroups, parks and library to make them feel they are a part of the community and to have a better sense of the world around them. I also teach them literacy and numeracy. We have routines for playing, mat time, eating and napping. They are also provided with their own personal space.

Engage families through discussion to understand their expectations. This will provide for an opportunity to develop shared goals for their child’s learning.

Learn about their culture and their background to show respect and interest.

I upload weekly photos and learning stories to provide an update about their child’s learning journey.

Describe your environment/set up at home: (Small but homely environment, outdoor environment such as sand pit, climbing frames, gardens – dramatic play resources).

The learning resources are within reach of the tamariki. They can choose what they like anytime and get it from the shelves or containers on their own. I also have toys and books in the storage to alternate from what is already available. The environment provided is print and language rich. There’s numbers, shapes, weathers and alphabet charts. There is an outside area for sand/water play and for physical activities like slides, stairs, biking or kicking/throwing balls. 

They can experience patterns and sounds in their environment. There’s always a lot of birds outside the door looking for food which they enjoy watching. They are also fascinated to hear them or see them fly away. We love observing the weather all day. When they see the rain starting to fall, they will often get a chair, sit in front of the door and watch as the water runs down the driveway. On a windy day, they like to watch the shaking leaves and listen to the wind.

Days of Week Available:

Monday to Friday. 

Qualifications:

Certificate in Early Childhood Practice Level 4