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| leadership in early childhood education: Courageous Leadership in Early Childhood Education Susi Long, Mariana Souto-Manning, Vivian Maria Vasquez, 2016-02-15 In this inspiring collection, 13 early childhood leaders take action to challenge and change inequitable educational practices in preschools and elementary schools. For them, educating for social justice is not an empty platitude. Steadfast and resolute, they turn rhetoric into reality as they guide early childhood teachers to teach for social justice innovatively and strategically. Through the voices of families, teachers, and the administrators themselves, each chapter shares ways that these leaders use the power entrusted in them to question and disrupt discriminatory and marginalizing practices that deny opportunities for some students while privleging others. The book includes insights, strategies, and resources that administrators can use to build confidence, knowledge, and skills as they invest in more equitable and just pre/schools. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Researching Leadership in Early Childhood Education Eeva Hujala, Manjula Waniganayake & Jillian Rodd, 2013 Researching Leadership in Early Childhood Education focuses on leadership research in early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings in seven countries from different parts of the world: Australia, Azerbaijan, England, Finland, Norway, Taiwan and Trinidad and Tobago. This publication emerged through conversations that began at the inaugural &‘International Leadership Research Forum' (ILRF) held in Finland in 2011. It introduces theoretical perspectives and the history of leadership research as well studies on management practices in different countries. This publication responds to the challenges of developing further research into early childhood leadership in a rapidly changing world where young children and families continue to gather at ECEC settings. Effective leadership from early childhood educators can make a difference in ensuring every child enjoys high quality ECEC programs that nurture their wellbeing and developmental potential to the fullest. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Doing the Right Thing for Children Maurice Sykes, 2014-09-09 The dynamic and respected Maurice Sykes's call to leadership within the early childhood community to do right by children |
| leadership in early childhood education: EBOOK: Leadership in Early Childhood Jillian Rodd, 2013-01-16 Leadership in Early Childhood is a practical resource for early childhood practitioners who want to understand how to create successful childcare and early education settings. Leadership in the early years has moved on in the way it is organised, and this fourth edition has been fully revised and updated to reflect the changes affecting leaders in early childhood. This rapid change in the field over the past few years includes moves to professionalise the workforce generally, and this edition recognizes the implications of these developments and revisits some of the concepts and messages. Praised for its excellent overview of early years leadership, accessible writing style and clear links between theory and practice, the fourth edition also includes: Thorough discussion of the leader’s role in moving towards leading/best practice. Reconceptualised coverage of team building to consider working collaboratively as a team at service level, multi disciplinary teams and integrated service provision through multi agency working. A chapter which considers the essential characteristics of leadership in terms of personal qualities, skills and timing related to effective leadership. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Leading for Change in Early Care and Education Anne L. Douglass, 2017 Featuring both research findings and practical recommendations, this book presents an innovative framework for nurturing leadership in the care and education of young children. Early educators are often seen as the objects of change, rather than the architects and co-creators of change. Douglass calls for a paradigm shift in thinking that challenges many long-held stereotypes about the early care and education workforce’s capacity to lead change. Case studies show how educators use their expertise every day to make a difference in the lives of children and families. These accounts demonstrate concrete strategies for expanding current thinking about who can be leaders for change and for developing more inclusive pathways for leadership. This book has the potential to revolutionize the field with a new model for developing and nurturing innovative, entrepreneurial, and skilled early educator leaders capable of driving transformative change—from classrooms and home-based programs to communities and beyond. “Douglass boldly calls for a re-envisioning of access to leadership in early care and education.” —From the Foreword by Lea J. E. Austin, co-director, Center for the Study of Child Care Employment “Provides a new and motivating lens for improving early childhood education ‘on the ground.’ This is a welcome and significant contribution to the field.” —Stacie G. Goffin, principal, Goffin Strategy Group “Offers a new framework for thinking about leadership development, including research findings and practical recommendations to create clear pathways and a supportive ecosystem.” —Marilou Hyson, consultant, Early Childhood Development and Education |
| leadership in early childhood education: Professional and Ethical Consideration for Early Childhood Leaders Cunningham, Denise D., 2020-06-19 Early childhood educators are keenly aware of the importance of a child’s transition to “real school.” This transition is occurring earlier in a child’s life now that school districts nationwide are moving to pre-kindergarten experiences for 3- and 4-year olds. Annually, more than one million children attend public school pre-k programs overseen by elementary school principals who, although veteran educational leaders, were not trained to oversee these programs. Although pre-k classrooms are rapidly growing and deserve special attention, school leaders must be reminded that early childhood means more than pre-kindergarten; it extends through third grade. School leadership needs to understand the principles of early childhood education to effectively support all children age three to grade three. Professional and Ethical Consideration for Early Childhood Leaders is a collection of innovative research that crafts an overall understanding of the importance of early childhood leadership in today’s schools. The book employs strategies to improve support for children in early childhood years, examines the different roles of early childhood leadership, analyzes best practices for implementation in early childhood contexts, and explores improvements for leadership preparation for schools with pre-k through third-grade children. While highlighting a wide range of topics including advocacy, cultural responses, and professional development, this publication is ideally designed for educators, administrators, principals, early childhood development teachers, daycare instructors, curriculum developers, advocates, researchers, academicians, and students. |
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| leadership in early childhood education: From Survive to Thrive Debbie LeeKeenan, Iris Chin Ponte, 2018 Theory meets practical tips in this guide for leaders of early childhood programs |
| leadership in early childhood education: Ready or Not Stacie G. Goffin, Valora Washington, 2019-06-07 Ready or Not made its mark in 2007 by boldly calling for a field-wide response to the question: “What defines and bounds early care and education as a field of practice?” A dozen years later, this question remains pivotal to the field’s understanding of its present and its aspirations for the future. In this updated and expanded edition, Goffin and Washington reunite to examine the major issues that must still be addressed if children are to be given more and better opportunities. This second edition will help everyone whose work impacts the ECE workforce, including those working directly with children, to deepen their commitment to adaptive and systems work and to develop the leadership capacity needed to become change agents. Ready or not, early childhood education needs to tackle its adaptive challenges. Nothing less will enable it to shift the field’s developmental trajectory, fulfill its potential, and satisfy its obligations to children, families, and society. “The second edition of Ready or Not is a reflective self-examination of the field of early care and education. It is a must-read book.” —Marquita Furness Davis, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation “Goffin and Washington boldly identify the barriers and opportunities we face.” —Anne Douglass, University of Massachusetts Boston “A must-read for those that are invested in early care and education.” —Tracy Ehlert, State Representative for Iowa House District 70, Cedar Rapids, IA “A must-read for everyone who is committed to the field’s success.” —Ariel Ford, Office of Early Learning, City of Chattanooga |
| leadership in early childhood education: Principals as Early Learning Leaders Julie Nicholson, Helen Maniates, Serene Yee, Thomas Williams, Veronica Ufoegbune, Raul Erazo-Chavez, 2021 The majority of public school principals are now required to supervise and evaluate early childhood teachers and classrooms, yet many do not have a sufficient understanding of child development and early childhood pedagogy to lead for equity. This practical and comprehensive resource addresses this critical gap by presenting current research on child development, an understanding of the elements of high-quality early childhood classrooms, essential information on trauma-responsive practices, and strategies for reducing bias and preventing the use of exclusionary discipline with young children. School leaders learn about the pivotal role they can play in improving equity for young children, their families, and the early childhood workforce. Each chapter includes key take-aways and central questions that can be used for individual reflection or to guide group discussions. Authentic examples, illustrations, and actionable strategies help readers to successfully implement the content in their school. Principals as Early Learning Leaders is essential reading for principals, vice principals, administrators, and others responsible for leading preschool and pre–K programs for equity. Book Features: Supports elementary school principals to better understand the role early education plays in their school.Addresses essential issues of equity in all aspects of early learning programs that require focus and leadership.Provides current research and practical strategies that principals can put into practice immediately to be effective instructional leaders. Uses authentic examples and vignettes throughout to help readers see the ideas in the context of real preschool classrooms. Includes reflection questions and key takeaways to help principals think about how the information presented can inform the work they do. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Five Elements of Collective Leadership for Early Childhood Professionals Cassandra O'Neill, Monica Brinkerhoff, 2017-12-05 Collective leadership is based on shared decision-making, transparency, and involving the people affected by change in the process. Current research shows that a collective approach to leadership is advantageous to organizations and Five Elements of Collective Leadership for Early Childhood Professionals helps teachers, providers, administrators, and system change leaders think differently about opportunities available to lead, and incorporate a collective approach into programs. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Pedagogical Leadership in Early Childhood Education Mona Sakr, June O'Sullivan, 2022-06-30 Pedagogical leadership views leadership as something separate from formal authority or qualifications, seeing educators' understanding, interpretation and passion as the key lever for continuous improvement in early childhood education (ECE). This book shows how effective pedagogical leadership can create the right conditions for quality ECE provision, to increase motivation and engagement among staff, and impact positively on staff recruitment and retention. Written by a team of international experts based in Australia, Azerbaijan, Estonia, Greece, Finland, Norway, Sweden, the UK and the USA, this book explores pedagogical leadership in ECE in-depth and through an international lens. The chapters address questions including: what is pedagogic leadership?; what does it look like?; what impact can pedagogic leadership have on the everyday work of nurseries and other ECE providers? The contributors cover a range of topics including trauma-responsive pedagogy, child-initiated pedagogies, conflict management, change management theory and social leadership theory. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Inspiring Early Childhood Leadership Susan MacDonald, 2016 A positive, strengths-based leadership system is the key to transforming the quality of early childhood programs. Inspiring Early Childhood Leadership lays out strategies designed to support program leaders in finding new ways to reduce the levels of stress on themselves and their staff, and move into a unified, engaging system for leading with passion, intention, and purpose. Grounded in current research, the book incorporates decades-old best practices, making the strategies appropriate for leaders of all backgrounds. The book addresses common dilemmas: How do I motivate and inspire teachers? How can I be the most effective in observing and giving nonjudgmental feedback? How can I be more confident in my role as a leader? How can I manage my time more effectively? Author Susan MacDonald's goal is to take leaders past their challenges with a vision of new possibilities so they can ensure a high-quality learning environments, fueled by positive, engaging energy. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Early Childhood Leadership Lynn Marotz, 2021-04-15 Early Childhood Leadership: Motivation, Inspiration, Empowerment is a must-have book for anyone who occupies a leadership position (e.g., administrator, director, coordinator, team leader, manager, lead teacher) or anticipates doing so in the future. It addresses one of the most challenging workplace issues facing employers today—the ability to encourage employees’ creativity, productivity, and long-term commitment to an organization. Studies consistently show that low employee morale and high turnover rates are common in early childhood programs and, in turn, affect the quality of services provided for children and families. Unfortunately, strategies used by many supervisors to guide and manage employee behavior often contribute to employee dissatisfaction and attrition. A sound understanding of motivational theory and skills (e.g., communication, leadership, team-building, decision-making) enables effective leaders to create positive work environments, boost employee morale, and encourage positive performance. When employees believe their efforts are being acknowledged and valued, they are less likely to leave their jobs—an additional and important benefit—especially in the field of early childhood education. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Leadership in Early Childhood Education Joce Nuttall, Linda Henderson, Elizabeth Wood, Jenny Martin, 2024-03-20 The book presents a conceptual framework for understanding leadership for effective educator learning in early childhood settings. The book describes how leaders can move centre practices from crisis to stabilization. It argues that a core component of leaders' work in early childhood settings is to construct and enact epistemological accounts of practice change. The book includes case examples that bring to life the contexts early childhood services and services leaders who participated in the research. The book also describes the application of cultural-historical activity theory to the development of practice in early childhood education. It describes how background theory, literature, and data can be synthesized to create new focal theory in education. Readers will benefit from the theory that is presented, establishing a sound basis for testing in future research in schools as well as in early childhood education. “Joce Nuttall and team are congratulated for their ground-breaking scholarly endeavour in designing, implementing, validating findings, and then writing a book that unambiguously connects theory-policy-practice in enacting leadership in early childhood settings. This book is ambitious, eloquent, and inspirational. The research was driven by a bold vision to build a new theorisation of early childhood leadership. The writing style of the book makes the complex clear and easy to digest, and thereby strengthening its readability and understanding. The comparative lens adopted in the study, underscores the neoliberal control of the working lives of early childhood leaders in both Australia and England. The use of case study narratives to explain various aspects including the study design and methodology, was refreshingly engaging. Notes of encouragement addressed to novice researchers such as those embarking on higher degree studies, also provide apt guidance about the messiness of conducting qualitative research. The book is infused with lots of examples demonstrating the transformative power of learning – especially when expertly scaffolded by the research team, and thereby increasing practitioner agency and quality improvement across the early childhood setting. If professional autonomy is the driver of reform and change, then we must find ways to nurture strong educational leaders who can think outside the box. Overall, Nuttall and team succeed in arousing learning-rich possibilities for reimagining early childhood leadership in theory and in practice, and thereby making a magnificent contribution to the scholarship of educational leadership.” Professor Manjula Waniganayake PhD, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia |
| leadership in early childhood education: Intentional Leadership for Effective Inclusion in Early Childhood Education and Care Mary Moloney, Eucharia McCarthy, 2018-05-11 Intentional leadership can unite, motivate and empower all educators to work towards the common goal of creating a truly inclusive culture in which all children, with or without disabilities, are supported and enabled to fully participate in every aspect of daily life and learning. This book recognises diverse manifestations of special educational needs, from communication difficulties and delays in learning, to social and physical disabilities, and considers the ways in which these needs might be embraced within inclusive mainstream settings. Key to this is robust and purposeful leadership that removes barriers to learning, changes existing attitudes and values, motivates staff and foregrounds holistic learning opportunities and experiences. Chapters draw on theoretical models, reflect on international and national policies, and consider topics including: the image of the child physical, aesthetic and temporal aspects of the learning environment relational pedagogy long-, medium- and short-term planning the role of assessment collaborative working with parents, families and other professionals. In-depth descriptions of behaviours and leadership strategies, practice scenarios and activities support the reader’s understanding. Intentional Leadership for Effective Inclusion in Early Childhood Education and Care is a comprehensive guide for students, teachers and practitioners involved in Early Childhood Education and Care, Social Care and Early Intervention programmes. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Leadership in Early Education in Times of Change Johanna Heikka, Eeva Hujala, Jillian Rodd, Petra Strehmel, Manjula Waniganayake, 2019-07-29 The collection brings together the latest work of researchers from Australia, Africa, Asia, and Europe focusing on early childhood leadership matters. It covers different aspects of leadership in early education: professional education and development, identity and leadership strategies as well as governance and leadership under different frame conditions. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Leadership and Management in the Early Years Caroline Jones, Linda Pound, 2008-03-16 Early childhood practitioners are often reluctant to see themselves as leaders and managers. However, all those who work with young children and their families, whatever their level of experience and competence, have to undertake both of these roles on a daily basis. This book encourages practitioners to recognise their active involvement in leadership and management in relation to their work as team leader or team member, and in their work with parents and other professionals, to ensure appropriate and effective provision for young children. The authors identify a number of key principles involved in effective early years leadership and management, which focus on the idea that: Leadership is about influencing others to improve and enhance children’s care, learning and development Leadership is only effective if it develops the leadership of others by supporting a team or group in meeting their declared aims or vision Leadership is ultimately distributed, shared and dispersed in early childhood settings These principles are supported by a detailed exploration of the statutory demands made on practitioners working with young children and their families, and reference to relevant literature drawn from both early childhood studies and leadership theories. As well as providing guidance on the roles, responsibilities and tasks facing early childhood leaders, the book features a number of case studies and practical tasks, giving life to concepts and ideas and enabling readers to apply theories and policies to their own work settings. Additional activities at the end of each chapter further support practitioners in fulfilling their leadership and management roles in practice. Leadership and Management in the Early Years is an essential text for early years and early childhood studies students as well as practitioners particularly those who are aiming for Early Years Professional Status. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Early Childhood Education Management Mary Moloney, Jan Pettersen, 2016-09-19 The Early Childhood Education sector around the world is constantly changing, whether because of the unprecedented demand for ECE services globally, accelerated social change, or the introduction of pedagogical and regulatory practices. Based upon empirical inquiry, Early Childhood Education Management examines the somewhat controversial concept of operating an early childhood service as a business. It challenges the assumption that an early childhood manager does not require specialist knowledge or skill and discusses which attributes an effective manager should possess. In this book, which brings together management theory and practice, Moloney and Pettersen address core issues at the heart of the management role, including the relationship between early childhood policy and broader legislative enactments, as well as issues related to the challenges and development of management skills. The book also draws upon real-life examples from practice in order to offer insight into some of the most common topics and challenges related to management practice in Early Childhood Education, such as business acumen and entrepreneurship, recruitment and selection, financial management and budgeting, supervision, mentoring, staff development, curriculum management, collaborative working, and change management. Written by leading academics with practice experience, the book should be of great interest to researchers, academics and postgraduate students in the field of education, specifically those working in early years and education policy and management. It should also be essential reading for managers working in Early Childhood settings. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Learning from the Bumps in the Road Holly Elissa Bruno, Janet Gonzalez-Mena, Luis Hernandez, Debra Sullivan, 2013-07-09 A team of the early childhood field's foremost experts and presenters share insight and perspectives on twelve professional development topics. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Effective Leadership in the Early Years Sector Iram Siraj-Blatchford, Iram Siraj, Laura Manni, 2007 This publication takes as its background the radical reforms to services for children following the passing, in England, of The Children Act of 2004 and subsequent Government white paper, Every Child Matters: Change for Children. It argues that the fundamental requirements for leadership for learning in the early years should be provided by considering social contexts, adopting a commitment to collective working, and focusing on improving children's learning outcomes. It is based on the analysis of a wide range of literature on leadership in the early years and information taken from effective early years settings. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Learning to Lead, Second Edition Debra Ren-Etta Sullivan, 2009-12-01 Learning to Lead combines theory and practice with important topics such as human development, diversity, anti-bias, and social change. New to this edition is information on leadership connections in school-age care and nurturing leadership in children. Each chapter is designed to prompt self-evaluation and personal leadership development. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Leadership in Early Care and Education Sharon Lynn Kagan, Barbara T. Bowman, 1997 Despite recent attention to leadership in early care and education, the field does not have a commonly accepted definition of leadership, nor has it engaged in a systematic and collaborative discussion of the properties of leadership. This volume is intended to address these and other shortcomings. In addition to defining leadership and presenting a broadened framework for considering leadership, the articles in the volume examine the constraints, possibilities, and the actual challenges of creating a durable leadership capacity. It also looks at specific issues facing many institutions and organizations as they consider alternative approaches to leadership development. The Leadership Working Group's set of action recommendations is presented to help advance a leadership agenda for early care and education. The articles are: (1) Leadership in Early Care and Education: Issues and Challenges (Sharon L. Kagan and Barbara T. Bowman); (2) Historical Views of Leadership (Gwen Morgan); (3) Pedagogical Leadership (Lilian G. Katz); (4) Administrative Leadership (Mary L. Culkin); (5) Advocacy Leadership (Helen K. Blank); (6) Community Leadership (Dwayne A. Crompton); (7) Conceptual Leadership (Sharon L. Kagan and Michelle J. Neuman); (8) Race, Class, and Education (Evelyn K. Moore); (9) Who's Missing at the Table? Leadership Opportunities and Barriers for Teachers and Providers (Marcy Whitebook); (10) Reflections on Early Childhood Leadership Development: Finding Your Own Path (Anne Mitchell); (11) Personal Dimensions of Leadership (Linda M. Espinosa); (12) New Directions in Higher Education (Barbara T. Bowman); (13) New Directions for Professional Organizations (Sue Bredekamp); (14) New Directions for Non-College/University Training (Marilyn Henry and Carol Brunson Phillips); (15) New Directions for Resource-and-Referral Agencies (Patricia Siegel); (16) New Directions for Mediating Organizations (Ellen Galinsky); (17) New Directions for Parent Leadership in a Family-Support Context (Judy Langford and Bernice Weissbourd); and (18) Moving the Leadership Agenda (Barbara T. Bowman and Sharon L. Kagan). The first 11 articles are followed by commentary. All but the last article contain references. (HTH) |
| leadership in early childhood education: Ready or Not Stacie G. Goffin, Valora Washington, 2019-06-14 Ready or Not made its mark in 2007 by boldly calling for a field-wide response to the question: “What defines and bounds early care and education as a field of practice?” A dozen years later, this question remains pivotal to the field’s understanding of its present and its aspirations for the future. In this updated and expanded edition, Goffin and Washington reunite to examine the major issues that must still be addressed if children are to be given more and better opportunities. This second edition will help everyone whose work impacts the ECE workforce, including those working directly with children, to deepen their commitment to adaptive and systems work and to develop the leadership capacity needed to become change agents. Ready or not, early childhood education needs to tackle its adaptive challenges. Nothing less will enable it to shift the field’s developmental trajectory, fulfill its potential, and satisfy its obligations to children, families, and society. “The second edition of Ready or Not is a reflective self-examination of the field of early care and education. It is a must-read book.” —Marquita Furness Davis, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation “Goffin and Washington boldly identify the barriers and opportunities we face.” —Anne Douglass, University of Massachusetts Boston “A must-read for those that are invested in early care and education.” —Tracy Ehlert, State Representative for Iowa House District 70, Cedar Rapids, IA “A must-read for everyone who is committed to the field’s success.” —Ariel Ford, Office of Early Learning, City of Chattanooga |
| leadership in early childhood education: Effective and Caring Leadership in the Early Years Iram Siraj, Elaine Hallet, 2013-10-24 This book introduces an intriguing juxtaposition of caring alongside effective, and it is a thought-provoking book. Including examples of early years leaders on their own reflective learning journeys, it provides a rich source of ideas for relational leadership that are firmly based in research and professional experience.′ - Professor Margaret Carr, University of Waikato, New Zealand Effective and caring leadership is an essential part of raising standards and increasing the quality of learning in early childhood settings. This book explains leadership practices that can make a positive difference to the provision offered and improve outcomes for both children and families. With theoretical, practical and research-informed perspectives, this book: Uses case studies to provide examples of effective leadership Integrates education and care with key practices in effective leadership Explores directional, collaborative, empowering and pedagogical leadership Offers readers opportunity to reflect upon their own leadership practices This is a key text for anyone studying Early Childhood, existing and aspiring leaders, graduate Early Years Leaders and those training to work in settings, schools and children’s services. Professor Iram Siraj is Professor of Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London. Dr. Elaine Hallet is a Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Early Childhood Education for a New Era Stacie G. Goffin, 2013-09-25 In her provocative new book, Stacie Goffin presents a leadership manifesto for the field of early care and education. With an action-oriented frame of reference, she offers a unique point of view on national efforts to improve program quality and developmental and learning outcomes for children. The book calls for the ECE field to step forward as agents for change by (1) Assuming responsibility for the competent practice of its practitioners and for facilitating positive results for children and their learning; (2) Formally organizing as a profession to realize consistency in practice across sites and program types; (3) Diminishing its reliance on public policy for defining its purpose and structure. The text concludes with Next Steps Commentaries written by education luminaires Rolf Grafwallner, Jacqueline Jones, and Pamela J. Winton outlining concrete steps for action that will jump-start a conversation about moving forward with the ideas presented in the book. ECE for a New Era builds on and extends the conversation started in Goffin's critically acclaimed book co-authored with Valora Washington, Ready or Not: Leadership Choices in Early Care and Education. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Effective Leadership and Management in the Early Years Janet Moyles, 2006-11-16 ‘Effective Leadership and Management in the Early Years … is the best analysis of leadership and management that I have come across. It is a highly practical tool and a resource that will enable early years practitioners at different stages of professional development to explore, understand, rate and develop their leadership and management expertise.’ Jillian Rodd, Educational and Developmental Psychologist There has recently been an unprecedented focus on early years care and education, particularly on the impact of the various adults who work and play with children in the birth to five/six-years age range. Staff in early years settings have had to adapt to many changes and demands, locally and nationally, from local authorities and national government, and none more so than those who suddenly find themselves in a leadership and management role in increasingly complex small early years businesses and settings, often without formal training or qualifications. The book is unique in providing not only a thorough analysis of the leader and manager’s role and presenting it as a typology, but also in offering a clear and in-depth view of that role. It also presents ways in which the leader and manager can undertake self-evaluation or work alongside a peer to understand their own strengths and challenges more readily. The book conceptualises effective leadership and management as a tree, with the four key ‘branches’ of effective leadership and management defined as: Leaderships Qualities Management Skills Professional Attributes Personal Characteristics and Attitudes Effective Leadership and Management in the Early Years is an essential tool for all those who lead and manage within early years settings, which they can use for evaluating their effectiveness. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Trauma-Responsive Practices for Early Childhood Leaders Julie Nicholson, Jen Leland, Julie Kurtz, LaWanda Wesley, Sarah Nadiv, 2021-07-05 Specifically designed for administrators and leaders working in early childhood education, this practical guide offers comprehensive resources for creating trauma-responsive organizations and systems. Throughout this book, you'll find: Exercises and tools for identifying the strengths and areas in need of change within your program, school or agency. Reflection questions and sample conversations. Rich vignettes from programs already striving to create healthier, trauma-responsive environments. The guidance in this book is explained with simple, easy-to-implement strategies you can apply immediately to your own practice and is accompanied by brainstorming questions to help educational leaders both new to and experienced with trauma-informed practices succeed. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Leading in Early Childhood Geraldine Davis, Gemma Ryder, 2016-08-08 Leadership in the early years is about using your knowledge, skills, personality and experience to positively influence practice. Every practitioner has the capacity to lead, and in doing so, improve opportunities for children and their families. Examining the various roles of early years practitioners, and the everyday challenges and opportunities they face, this book promotes leadership of early childhood practice by considering the following; · Who the leaders are, and what skills they require · The variety of ways a practitioner can lead within a setting · Key roles including the team leader and the key person · How to develop a culture of leadership · The importance of working with families and other professionals · Improving leading through reflective practice. Whether you are a room leader in an early childhood setting needing support in your leadership skills, a manager of an early childhood business, a leader of a nursery, a leader of practice or studying to become an early years practitioner this book is ideal for helping you improve your leadership skills. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Leadership and Management in the Early Years Jane Cook, 2013 This book has been written for all leaders and aspiring leaders with responsibility for improving the quality of early years settings. It brings together current research and effective practice to provide you with the knowledge, understanding and skills you need to: motivate and get the best from your team; identify and develop your personal leadership style; clarify your vision for quality and set realistic but challenging goals; understand anf=d manage change positively; solve problems creatively. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Building Together Fiona Stewart, 2018-10-23 Building Together is a journey focused on the leadership necessary for today’s early childhood education system building. This book provides a road map to what effective leaders do, how they do it, and the leadership necessary to work towards collaborative systems level change. Building Together includes a wealth of information on the leadership skills, styles and competencies necessary to address today’s challenges and opportunities in the field of early childhood education. It also includes how to put leadership skills and knowledge into action to work towards sustainable system planning, implementation, and continuous improvement. Author Fiona Stewart includes success stories throughout the book from professionals in the field as well as examples from her own leadership work. Today’s systems-level work requires sophisticated leadership skills. Building Together provides all the leadership information needed for both emerging and experienced leaders. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Effective and Caring Leadership in the Early Years Iram Siraj, Elaine Hallet, 2013-10-24 This book introduces an intriguing juxtaposition of caring alongside effective, and it is a thought-provoking book. Including examples of early years leaders on their own reflective learning journeys, it provides a rich source of ideas for relational leadership that are firmly based in research and professional experience.′ - Professor Margaret Carr, University of Waikato, New Zealand Effective and caring leadership is an essential part of raising standards and increasing the quality of learning in early childhood settings. This book explains leadership practices that can make a positive difference to the provision offered and improve outcomes for both children and families. With theoretical, practical and research-informed perspectives, this book: Uses case studies to provide examples of effective leadership Integrates education and care with key practices in effective leadership Explores directional, collaborative, empowering and pedagogical leadership Offers readers opportunity to reflect upon their own leadership practices This is a key text for anyone studying Early Childhood, existing and aspiring leaders, graduate Early Years Leaders and those training to work in settings, schools and children’s services. Professor Iram Siraj is Professor of Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London. Dr. Elaine Hallet is a Lecturer in Early Childhood Education at the Institute of Education, University of London. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Program Administration Scale (PAS) Teri N. Talan, Paula Jorde Bloom, 2011-10-15 Research has consistently found that effective administrative practices are crucial for ensuring beneficial program outcomes for children and families. The Program Administration Scale (PAS) is designed to reliably measure and improve the leadership and management practices of center-based programs—the only instrument of its kind to focus exclusively on organization-wide administrative issues. Using a 7-point rating scale (inadequate to excellent), this easy-to-use instrument assesses 25 items grouped into 10 categories: human resources development, personnel cost and allocation, center operations, child assessment, fiscal management, program planning and evaluation, family partnerships, marketing and public relations, technology, and staff qualifications. This new second edition of the PAS includes minor refinements to support the reliable use of the instrument and to reflect current best practices in early childhood administration. The Notes and Guiding Questions for the PAS items are expanded to increase understanding and facilitate greater consistency in scoring. Emphasis is placed on administrative practices that support family partnership, inclusion, cultural sensitivity, and linguistic diversity. Routines that demonstrate distributed leadership are measured. The focus in technology is on practices that promote effective communication, collaboration, and continuous learning. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Creating a Culture of Reflective Practice Anne Marie Coughlin, Lorrie Baird, 2021-11-23 As the field of early learning continues to grow and evolve, we must consider the impact of our approaches to working with adults and children. Early childhood professionals and leaders need to reconcile their responsibilities in never-ending administrative tasks, ensuring program quality, and supporting the growth of others. Creating a Culture of Reflective Practice: The Role of Pedagogical Leadership in Early Child Programs is a comprehensive practical look at creating systems, structures, and protocols for supporting people in large and small organizations, individuals working as mentors, coaches or pedagogical leaders to invite educators into a thinking and learning process about their work. Readers will develop the skills and mindsets that can enhance their performance and effect organizational change. Creating a Culture of Reflective Practice offers stories and structures connected to four principles of pedagogical leadership with specific ideas to enhance the work of educational leaders. Working from a place of values and vision Building strong relationships Seeing and supporting strengths and competencies Supporting professional learning in multiple ways |
| leadership in early childhood education: Leadership Manjula Waniganayake, Sandra Cheeseman, Marianne Fenech, Fay Hadley, Wendy Shepherd, 2023-09-18 Intentional leadership changes over time with new research evidence, a rapidly changing policy landscape and the increasing professionalisation of the early childhood sector. Leadership third edition encourages you to question and critically engage with leadership perspectives using your own knowledge, beliefs, values and lived experiences. Part One focuses on 'big picture' issues that give shape to early childhood leadership, and includes discussion of early childhood policy, quality standards, governance, strategic planning, pedagogical leadership, advocacy and leading organisational change. Part Two covers professional communication, the development of strong relationships with families, engagement with community, financial matters and the establishment of inclusive and ethical workplace cultures. It emphasises two increasingly important leadership dimensions, staff well-being and social justice. NEW TO THIS EDITION The text has been fully revised, with three new chapters:Chapter 4: GovernanceChapter 6: Educational Leaders and Pedagogical LeadershipChapter 10: Creating an Ethical Workplace Think Globally and Act Locally sections shine the light on an emerging area of research and/or importance. Think Globally identifies topics from international research and policy analysis; Acting Locally indicates the relevance and implications for Australia.New Leaders in Practice profiles reflect diversity across gender, culture, age and expertise of those in a range of early childhood contexts across Australia. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Leading and Managing in the Early Years Carol Aubrey, 2011-05-16 ...a major contribution to the limited literature and research on leadership in childhood education.′ - Professor Tony Bush, Editor of Educational Management, Administration and Leadership. ′This important book focuses clearly on evidence, describing the realities of leading and managing settings in times of rapid policy changes. Carol Aubrey manages to combine theory, research and practice in a book that will be invaluable to a new generation of early years professionals.′ - Angela Anning, Emeritus Professor of Early Childhood Education, University of Leeds, UK ′..skilfully draws on sound empirical research to present a grounded theory model for leadership in early years education. ....of interest to researchers, students and practitioners internationally.′ - Professor Nithi Muthukrishna, University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa This Second Edition of Leading and Managing in the Early Years explores and integrates leadership and management practice with a real understanding of early years settings. Revised and updated, this new edition includes: - Two new chapters on private day care and reflective practice and action research - Further coverage of reflective practice and reflective leadership skills - More on EYPS as well as integrated centre leadership - Practical suggestions for working with resistant groups and individuals. Carol Aubrey investigates different concepts and characteristics of Early Childhood (EC) leadership as well as the roles and responsibilities of EC leaders. She also explores the types of leadership programmes or development which are needed to maximise the effectiveness of EC leaders. This book is essential reading for students in Early Childhood courses, Early Years Practitioners and local authority employees involved with the integrated centres initiative. Carol Aubrey is Professor of Early Childhood Studies at the University of Warwick. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Quality and Leadership in the Early Years Verity Campbell-Barr, Caroline Leeson, 2015-11-30 Do you need good leaders to achieve good quality or does good quality create good leadership? Quality is a term frequently used to describe early years provision without any further explanation of exactly what this ′quality provision′ looks like or how it can be achieved. This book not only unpicks what is meant by the term ′quality′ in England, across the UK, and beyond, but it does so in the context of how to lead in order to develop and achieve quality. In exploring quality and leadership and the ways in which both terms have been conceptualised from a range of different perspectives you will be able to find a meaning that is right for you and your practice. With chapters covering: · The global interest in quality · The broad nature of early childhood leadership · Reflective evaluation and practice This book will be of interest to setting and room leaders across the early years as well as students studying early childhood or in early years teacher training. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Program Administrator's Guide to Early Childhood Special Education Janeen McCracken Taylor, James Robert McGowan, Toni W. Linder, 2009 Provides practical and accessible guidance for program administrators in early childhood special education and includes tools, tips and knowledge to better manage the programs. |
| leadership in early childhood education: Early Childhood Leadership in Action Elizabeth Stamopoulos, 2020-07-16 Leadership is a core skill required by all early childhood educators, whatever position they hold - whether leading their own ethical and professional practice or leading others. From understanding ethical frameworks to managing change, and from quality assurance to working with teams, families and the wider community, the most effective early childhood leaders act with confidence, flexibility and creativity. In this book early childhood researchers Elizabeth Stamopoulos and Lennie Barblett provide a new model for leadership. Recognising that leadership is both an individual and collective endeavour, multi-layered and multidimensional, the authors have distilled core tasks of leadership that are explored in detail in each chapter: *Understanding and conceptualising theories of leadership *Leading in times of change * Advocating for high quality pedagogy and practice *Developing strong communication skills * Leading through digital technology and media * Developing effective teams * Building positive relationships with families and the wider community * Embedding Indigenous perspectives * Embracing evidence-based research And * Leading ethical practice. Featuring the perspectives of leaders from diverse settings, together with reflection exercises and discussion questions throughout, this is an essential book for both pre-service and in-service early childhood educators. 'The authors...are commended for their commitment to shining a light on a wide range of research, theories and issues concerned with leadership and the early childhood profession. ' -- from the foreword by Catharine Hydon and Dr Anne Kennedy |
| leadership in early childhood education: Early Childhood Professionals Marjory Anne Ebbeck, Marjory Ebbeck, Manjula Waniganayake, 2003 This text aims to clarify what contemporary early childhood practitioners and leaders need to know in order to manage early childhood services professionally. The text explores leadership concepts in an integrated manner and presents case studies and interviews with early childhood leaders. |
Effective leadership - Early Childhood Australia
Effective leadership in early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings should ultimately be enacted to raise the quality of ECEC practices provided for children and families.
Leadership for Quality Early Childhood Education and Care - OECD
This literature review presents findings about: 1) the functions, roles and structures of leadership in ECEC settings, 2) factors that may support or hinder leadership and its effectiveness, 3) …
Understanding Leadership in Early Care and Education: A ... - ACF
The goals of the Early Care and Education Leadership Study (ExCELS) project are to: (1) fill the definitional and measurement gaps to understand what leadership looks like as defined by …
Whole Leadership: A Framework for Early Childhood Programs
3 Apr 2020 · The Whole Leadership Framework can be applied to early childhood programs serving young children in a variety of settings: centers, schools, and homes. Early childhood …
Leadership in early childhood education: The case for …
In this conceptual paper we examine the context of early childhood education and care (ECEC) in England and the underpinning pre-dominant ideologies to explore how these impact on the …
Leadership in early childhood - SAGE Journals
Centres which feature strong pedagogical leadership have been observed to exhibit greater resilience (Korhonen et al., 2023; Keung et al., 2019). In this study, we examine the leadership …
BEL BECOMING - ACECQA
The importance of effective leadership in early childhood education and care is well documented including the relationship between effective leadership and outcomes for children. This goes …
Leadership in Early Childhood Education - Springer
1.1 Why Do We Need a Theorization of Leadership for Early Childhood Education?..... 2 1.2 What Do We Mean by ‘Leadership’ in Early Childhood Education? ..... 4 1.3 Leadership for Quality …
Leadership in early childhood education: The case for …
In this conceptual article, the authors examine the context of early childhood education and care in England and the underpinning predominant ideologies to explore how these impact on the …
Leadership as a profession in early childhood education and care
The research presented in this paper focuses on leadership in early childhood educa-tion and care (ECEC), the initial stage of the Finnish educational system (FNAE 2022). In Finland, …
EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND TEAM BUILDING - ACECQA
What does leadership look like in education and care settings? Early Childhood Australia developed a framework based on extensive research and national consultations that has led to …
Pedagogical Leadership in Early Childhood Development: A …
Pedagogical Leadership in Early Childhood Development: A Means for Quality Practices through Professional Training. Abstract. The purpose of this conceptual paper is to highlight the …
AJEC Special Issue on Leadership in the Early Childhood …
leadership in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector. We invite conceptual papers that critique and theorise leadership strategies, approaches, and practices. We also welcome …
Leadership in early childhood education and care: Facing the …
Leadership in early childhood education and care: Facing the challenges and embracing new possibilities. Dr Louise Hard. Key words: Early childhood, leadership, gender. Abstract.
Leadership in Early Childhood Education Theoretical and …
Leadership in early education is crucial for enhancing pedagogical quality. Task profiles and role models for leaders as well as requirements for the leaders qualifications and
TEACHER LEADERSHIP IN THE CONTEXT OF EARLY …
The literature review reflects the need to clarify the conceptualization of ECE teacher leadership for developing teacher leadership research, especially in an ECE context. Keywords: early …
Teachers’ pedagogical leadership in early childhood education
The Act on Early Childhood Education (Act 540/208) and the National Core Curriculum for Early Childhood Education and Care (FNAE 2018, 2022) have set the guidelines for pedagogical …
Perspectives on Leadership in Early Childhood Education and …
This article investigates early childhood education and care (ECEC) leadership through the concept of community of practice (COP). The focus is on ECEC leaders’ perceptions regarding …
Leadership and management in education and care services
Effective leadership is an important part of high quality education and care service provision.1 The 2009 National Early Childhood Development Strategy, Investing in the Early Years , developed …
Effective leadership - Early Childhood Australia
Effective leadership in early childhood education and care (ECEC) settings should ultimately be enacted to raise the quality of ECEC practices provided for children and families.
Leadership for Quality Early Childhood Education and Care - OECD
This literature review presents findings about: 1) the functions, roles and structures of leadership in ECEC settings, 2) factors that may support or hinder leadership and its effectiveness, 3) …
Understanding Leadership in Early Care and Education: A ... - ACF
The goals of the Early Care and Education Leadership Study (ExCELS) project are to: (1) fill the definitional and measurement gaps to understand what leadership looks like as defined by …
Whole Leadership: A Framework for Early Childhood Programs
3 Apr 2020 · The Whole Leadership Framework can be applied to early childhood programs serving young children in a variety of settings: centers, schools, and homes. Early childhood …
Making sense of leadership in early childhood education: …
Effective leadership within early childhood settings is aligned with the perceived successful implementation of high quality care and education programmes (Thornton, Tamati, Clarkin …
Leadership in early childhood education: The case for …
In this conceptual paper we examine the context of early childhood education and care (ECEC) in England and the underpinning pre-dominant ideologies to explore how these impact on the …
Leadership in early childhood - SAGE Journals
Centres which feature strong pedagogical leadership have been observed to exhibit greater resilience (Korhonen et al., 2023; Keung et al., 2019). In this study, we examine the leadership …
BEL BECOMING - ACECQA
The importance of effective leadership in early childhood education and care is well documented including the relationship between effective leadership and outcomes for children. This goes …
Leadership in Early Childhood Education - Springer
1.1 Why Do We Need a Theorization of Leadership for Early Childhood Education?..... 2 1.2 What Do We Mean by ‘Leadership’ in Early Childhood Education? ..... 4 1.3 Leadership for Quality …
Leadership in early childhood education: The case for …
In this conceptual article, the authors examine the context of early childhood education and care in England and the underpinning predominant ideologies to explore how these impact on the …
Leadership as a profession in early childhood education and care
The research presented in this paper focuses on leadership in early childhood educa-tion and care (ECEC), the initial stage of the Finnish educational system (FNAE 2022). In Finland, …
EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND TEAM BUILDING - ACECQA
What does leadership look like in education and care settings? Early Childhood Australia developed a framework based on extensive research and national consultations that has led to …
Pedagogical Leadership in Early Childhood Development: A …
Pedagogical Leadership in Early Childhood Development: A Means for Quality Practices through Professional Training. Abstract. The purpose of this conceptual paper is to highlight the …
AJEC Special Issue on Leadership in the Early Childhood Education …
leadership in the Early Childhood Education and Care sector. We invite conceptual papers that critique and theorise leadership strategies, approaches, and practices. We also welcome …
Leadership in early childhood education and care: Facing the …
Leadership in early childhood education and care: Facing the challenges and embracing new possibilities. Dr Louise Hard. Key words: Early childhood, leadership, gender. Abstract.
Leadership in Early Childhood Education Theoretical and …
Leadership in early education is crucial for enhancing pedagogical quality. Task profiles and role models for leaders as well as requirements for the leaders qualifications and
TEACHER LEADERSHIP IN THE CONTEXT OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION ...
The literature review reflects the need to clarify the conceptualization of ECE teacher leadership for developing teacher leadership research, especially in an ECE context. Keywords: early …
Teachers’ pedagogical leadership in early childhood education
The Act on Early Childhood Education (Act 540/208) and the National Core Curriculum for Early Childhood Education and Care (FNAE 2018, 2022) have set the guidelines for pedagogical …
Perspectives on Leadership in Early Childhood Education and …
This article investigates early childhood education and care (ECEC) leadership through the concept of community of practice (COP). The focus is on ECEC leaders’ perceptions regarding …
Leadership and management in education and care services
Effective leadership is an important part of high quality education and care service provision.1 The 2009 National Early Childhood Development Strategy, Investing in the Early Years , developed …
