Empathy
You sit down with them and ask them how they are doing to see if they need additional support
What are some characteristics of people with internal motivation?
- they set goals
- they take initiative
- they are not motivated by money but by passion
- they search for ways to improve
- they are committed
What are some signs that indicate you need to take a break and self-regulate?
- difficulty breathing
- Increased heart rate
- negative thoughts
- getting short tempered or "snapping"
Why is self-awareness important for us in early childhood education?
- self awareness is important to understand what fills our own "bucket" which helps avoid burnout
- self-awareness is an integral part of continuous improvement
- self-awareness improves our ability to provide support to children's development
How do you approach new parents to help them feel more comfortable?
- Approach them first and introduce yourself
- Engage in active listening
- Ask them for their feedback and opinion
- Provide updates about their child etc.
How do you adjust your communication style to better connect with someone from a different background?
Using simple words, actively listening, eye contact, engaged body language, asking questions
How do you approach challenges in a positive way?
- view challenges as a chance to learn and improve
- focus on the learning process over the final result
- embrace failure
Why is self-regulation important for educators in ECEC?
- provide better support for children, especially those with challenges
- teaches children how to regulate their own emotions
- provides a positive classroom climate
- builds positive, trusting relationship
What are techniques for self-awareness?
Self-reflection, journalling, seeking feedback from trusted individuals, assess your strengths/weaknesses, identifying your emotional triggers
What are some social cues to indicate that someone is not comfortable?
- indirect eye contact
- closed body language (crossed arms)
- fidgeting with hands or tapping feet
How would you provide constructive feedback while maintaining empathy?
- sandwich method (good, bad, good)
- adjust tone and body language (head tilt, soft tone)
- Allow them to explain their side
What are some techniques to help you improve internal motivation?
- set goals that align with your values
- understanding your "why?"
- focus on process over outcome (appreciate the learning journey rather than waiting for final result)
- celebrating small wins
What are some self-regulation techniques to teach children?
- 5 finger breathing technique
- counting to 10
- Identifying their emotions
- 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique
- removing children from the situation
How can you build a culture of self-awareness within your team?
- engage in team discussions about what we're doing well/improvement points
- Regularly sharing feedback with them and asking them for their feedback
How do you respond when you disagree with someone's point of view?
- ask questions for clarification
- acknowledge their perspective, then use this to express your own
- use "I" statements (I feel differently because... from my perspective..)
- maintain respectful tone