4 minute read
The Kathy Walker Early Learning Series
ABOUT KATHY
Kathy employs over thirty years of expertise and experience with exceptional intuition to quickly and effectively analyse situations, understand dynamics and build resonance to effect change and development.
Kathy is a recognised author having published eight books with Penguin Publishing, she is also one of the country’s leading curriculum, teaching and learning experts in personalised learning.
Kathy is the designer of the first Australian personalised learning approach, Walker Learning which is being implemented in schools and early childhood communities across the world.
She founded the international organisation Early Life foundations which supports parents and educators across the world. She is the author of seven books for parents and educators and has written and presented extensively internationally.
Kathy outstanding contribution to education is demonstrated by being awarded an Order of Australia in 2015 and the recipient of many fellowships and awards.
Key strengths and expertise include: Implementing sustainable change – across diverse sectors Enhancing communication skills and relationships in the workplace Working through conflict in the workplace Optimising healthy and productive work environments using Emotional Intelligence
Eastern Volunteers is excited to announce that Kathy Walker OAM, Australia’s leading ECE consultant is conducting a master class to kick start the year. Kathy works with parents and educators across the world. She is a respected author having published a collection of books for parents and educators.
Kathy lectured in Early Childhood at University and has worked as a consultant for over three decades. Kathy is an excellent public speaker/presenter renown for her ability to challenge, engage and inspire participants. Kathy has been the recipient of many awards across her career including an Order Of Australia. Her expertise sets staff up to succeed with practical ideas validated by research.
In these sessions, Kathy will engage you, inspire you, and focus your thoughts to enable a wonderful positive and proactive start to the year.
BEHAVIOURS AND RELATIONSHIPS
The commencement of a year often brings new roles and new responsibilities. A new group of children, parents and staff. This session provides practical support on how to establish an effective team and consistency between staff and children.
This session provides practical supports and ideas to ensure a smooth and sustained quality program throughout 2022. A must for all staff and most particularly for leaders, and new staff.
How to ensure consistency between staff in relation to: Effective communication with children Effective communication between staff Consistent guidance techniques and tips for children’s behaviour Enhancing a professional culture
06/04/22 @ 7.00PM
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SEPARATION ANXIETY AND UNSETTLED BEHAVIOURS.
This session provides practical tips on how to work with children (or adults) who have trouble separating. It includes an overview of the typical causes of separation and how to foster attachment and trusting relationships with children. Strategies on how to respond to a distraught or unsettled child are also provided.
27/04/22 @ 7.00PM
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COMMUNICATION
How can we maximise productive communication in the work place and avoid battles, misunderstandings and tension? This session highlights top key communication strategies and phrases to support staff working in often high pressured workplaces.
18/05/22 @ 7.00PM
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OPEN ENDED PLAY FOR SKILL AND LEARNING
How many times have we heard the phrase, “they’re just playing”? This session emphasises the range of skills and development that are acquired through well planned, expert open ended play experiences. It provides a list of key play experiences and how to set them up for learning.
15/06/22 @ 7.00PM
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APPROPRIATE PRACTICES IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
A child’s life is influenced by a range of significant factors. Family, culture, personality, biological development. This session supports educators in how to assess, evaluate and respond to children and how to promote their learning and understandings. It highlights the importance of strategies that are appropriate and match their age, stage and cultural context.
20/07/22 @ 7.00PM
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WORKING WITH PARENTS
It isn’t always easy to be inclusive or supportive of parents. Educators don’t always get to meet or see parents regularly. Parents are often rushed, and it can be difficult to share information. This session provides practical ideas on how to include parents as partners in their children’s education.
17/08/22 @ 7.00PM
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