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Qualities and Roles of an ECCE Teacher

Creative and Innovative

Children are curious. They want to explore the environment around them and
find reasons for various phenomena. They imagine things in their own ways. Notes
They can find novel answers to possible questions and can construct things
which are new in their own innovative ways. There is a need to nurture these
unique ways of thinking and learning in children from the very beginning to
help them bloom to the fullest. Children need to be provided with opportunities
to experiment and innovate.

Hence, creative and innovative teachers are a must if the objectives of ECCE
are to be attained.
Organized

ECCE teachers have to accomplish many things such as organizing the
classroom, creating teaching learning materials, designing bulletin boards,
conducting parent teacher meetings etc. So, being organized is another quality
which they should possess in order to conduct activities smoothly.

Effective Communicator

Communication skills of teachers are significant as they need to communicate
effectively with children, parents, the principal and the community. These skills
are important for teachers as they are required to engage children in various
activities and sustain their interest. Teachers have to express their ideas in a very
clear and simple manner so as to connect with young children. They are also
required to use appropriate gestures, postures, voice modulation, etc. while
conducting activities for children such as storytelling, rhyming and role playing.

Good communication skills help them to build a rapport with parents and other
stakeholders to support children’s holistic development.

Effective in Building Rapport with Parents and Community

Home and ECCE centres are two important places where young children grow,
develop and learn. Positive attitude of teachers towards the role of parents in
their children’s care and education is essential. Regular communication between

parents and teachers help in understanding children’s needs and their developmental
stages. Also, active participation of parents and community members in the
functioning of the centre reduces the gap between the two environments. Thus,
building rapport with parents and community members is essential for optimum
development of children.

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