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Qualities and Roles of an ECCE Teacher

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QUALITIES AND ROLES OF AN

ECCE TEACHER

We all know that early childhood is the most important period in children’s lives.
The influence of this period lasts and affects the whole life of a human being.
If children receive utmost care with ample learning opportunities during this
phase, they may later develop into healthy and happy human beings. After the
home, an ECCE centre is a place where children are nurtured to attain abilities
in different domains like physical-motor, socio-emotional, cognitive and language
competencies. ECCE teachers at the centre own the responsibility of providing
positive inputs to children for their holistic development. Thus, in the process
of early childhood development and learning, good quality teachers are
indispensable.

LEARNING OUTCOMES
After studying this lesson, you will be able to:

• explain the qualities of an effective ECCE teacher;

• discuss the roles and responsibilities of an ECCE teacher;
• describe the skills required for enriching children’s learning environment;
and

17.1 QUALITIES OF AN ECCE TEACHER

To ensure quality ECCE, the quality of teachers involved in providing early
care and education becomes essential. Teachers need to possess certain qualities
to create a conducive and child friendly environment for young children.

136 EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE AND EDUCATION