Leadership in Early Childhood: The Pathway to Professionalism

by Jillian Rodd

This is a practical resource for early childhood professionals who want to understand the role of leadership in early childhood. With community insistence on quality early childhood care and education in a time of diminishing resources, professionalism has become a major issue. The author presents a framework for understanding the demands of leadership and for developing skills that are relevant to the early childhood context, communication and interpersonal skills; building and leading an early childhood team; decision-making; conflict management; implementing change; the role of research; working with parents; promoting early childhood professionals' unique contribution to the welfare of children and families in the community.

Genres: Education

224 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Aaron Cranmer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple to read, with accurate references to leadership sources, including activities to self audit.

[Mary · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great resource for Early Childhood Educators.

[Dwight Walker · Rating 3 out of 5]

How to be a good role model for children as a teacher.

[Clare Froggatt · Rating 4 out of 5]

a great resource for early childhood educators