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Assignment:

Image of an Educator

This assignment has two parts. In the first part, consider the profession of early learning and childcare and the role of the educator. In the second part, reflect on yourself as the educator.

Part I: Please following points in the first part of your paper:

1. Introduction and conclusion. What personal and professional characteristics are important for an early childhood professional to possess?

2. What knowledge and experience are important?

3. How do early childhood professionals contribute to the quality of early learning programs?

Part II: In this part of the assignment, answer the following questions:

4. What do you know about yourself that will make you an excellent early childhood professional? What would you like to improve?

5. How will your values and beliefs contribute to how you ethically approach situations in your work with diverse families and children?

6. What are your goals and aspirations in this field? Where do you see yourself in 5 years and in 10 years? What experiences and education will you need to get there?

7. A conclusion that summarizes the key concepts in the paper.

Note: your paper needs to reflect:

Relevant quotes (at least 4 direct quotes) from your textbook, the Flight: Alberta's Early Learning and Care Framework and/or articles and resources supplied by your instructor that are effectively used to support your arguments/thoughts/ideas and examples.