SUPPORT FOR EDUCATORS

My approach to facilitating adult development is based on respect for each individual’s unique biography, personality and style of learning and working. This initially involves listening deeply and sensitively to the thoughts, feelings and intentions of each person so as to understand them better. This enables me to foster more awareness and self-compassion in each person, as the foundation for their self-directed growth. I see my role as encouraging people to accept and embrace who they are, and discover clarity and renewed energy for the direction of their lives.

Over the years I have provided a range of support services for educators. These include:

• Professional development and education in many aspects and practical strategies of Waldorf Education

• Practical skills in artistic media and crafting

• Coaching and mentoring

• Building collaborative relationships with collleagues and families

More recently I have developed an intensive and careful approach to teacher development and appraisals. In this regard, I offer non-judgemental Developmental Appraisals for staff and educators, which start with self-evaluation and supportive individual coaching. Building on these, I work with the whole faculty group on how to support the development of each educator, how to collaborate better, and how to identify innovative practices that would enhance the children’s experiences. Out of the identified needs, challenges and aspirations of each educator, we explore ways of transforming our practice together.

My recent clients include: 

• Fitzroy Crossing High School (PD and support in creativity for educators at the school)

• Dandenong Ranges Steiner School Early Childhood faculty (Appraisals)

• Ignite Minds Family Daycare Scheme (Education Leader)

• The Revillaging Project (Support and mentorship of project leaders and lead educators)

• The Steiner Seminar (Conducting the Nourishing Early Childhood course for teachers and parents)

• Steiner schools (Workshops for teachers and kindergarten teachers)

• The Gabriel Centre (Presentations to parents and teachers)

• Councils and Neighbourhood Houses (Workshops on helping transform trauma through creativity for educators)

• Marninwarntikura Fitzroy Women’s Resource Centre, Fitzroy Crossing (Professional development for teaching staff of the mobile playgroup)

• Victoria University (Sessional teaching in Inclusive Practice, Music and Storytelling, and Play and Development)

In addition, my experience in founding and managing schools and community organisations, as well as in programs for youth development, enables me to provide practical guidance and mentorship to individuals taking on new initiatives.

What Carol offers

Professional Development sessions for Early Childhood educators, pre-service teachers and Family Day Care centre practitioners. Talks and workshops for parents.  

Who is it for

Individuals and organisations, particularly, but not exclusively, in early childhood education, who need support through workshops, talks or personal mentorship.

What will you gain

Confidence, skills, and insight within key areas of personal development.