The ECA - Code Of Ethics is designed especially for early childhood services and based on the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (1991).
A 26-year-old Educator, convicted of fraud, stole over $7,000 from her childcare centre, Bright Bees Early Learning Centre.
Fair Work Commission has extended the entitlement to unpaid pandemic leave and annual leave at half pay for the Children's Services Award until 30 September 2020.
Montessori stressed that children learn best by using their senses and pursuing their interests, rather than forcing them to learn what is expected.
Three children from three preschools in Sydney's south attended care wearing "'Virus Shut Out'". This device allegedly protects the wearer by "effectively blocking airborne particles and bacteria".
A former administrative employee working at a community-operated childcare centre at Roselands has been charged with defrauding the centre of more than $70,000.
When working in an early childhood service there are a number of work-related expenses that you will need to pay for yourself. These may include purchasing resources/materials for experiences, paying for your first aid qualification, stationary expenses and more. Did you know that these can all be included as part of your deductions when claiming during tax time.
Educators and ECT's who are currently earning minimum wages from the Children's Services Award 2010 or the Educational Service Teachers Award, 2010 will now receive a 1.75% pay increase from the first full pay period.
According to the National Regulations, there are mandatory requirements for first aid qualified educators to be in attendance at all times to be available in an emergency.
The National NAIDOC Committee has announced NAIDOC Week celebrations will be held from 8-15 November 2020, instead of being held typically in July.
