Articles & Thought Pieces
A collection of pieces that inspire and support Early Learning and Care
“Everything You Do Means Something”: Why One Woman Switched Careers To Teach Young Children
Read about one woman’s inspiring journey of a career switch from sales to early childhood education, highlighting the fulfillment and growth in pursuing a passion. A must-read for anyone considering a mid-career change or returning to school, especially those with a passion for helping raise up tomorrow’s future leaders.
Life changes require discomfort, pushing back fear and listening to the right voices
In a world where the only constant is change, the stories of individuals like Rebecca Ray and Derrick Cusack shine a light on the courage it takes to step off the well-trodden path and forge a new one. Rebecca, once a pilot, found her true calling in the realm of clinical psychology, a stark departure from the skies to the depths of the human psyche. Derrick transformed his life from one shadowed by substance use to one illuminated by health and mindfulness. Their journeys underscore a powerful message: embracing change, though daunting, is a pathway to discovering one's true potential and achieving personal fulfillment.
UnitingCare program offers early childhood education and play for rural and remote children
The travelling educators have a positive effect on the children in rural and remote familes
How To Change Careers, According To 50 People Who Made A Pivot
I’ve personally interviewed over 50 individuals from 10 countries and five continents who have shared their personal stories of reinvention on my Career Relaunch podcast.
The early education sector is in desperate need of qualified staff
The Federal Government has pitched its $4.7 billion increase to childcare subsidies as a productivity measure, estimating it will add the equivalent of 37,000 full-time workers to the economy however we don’t have enough staff with the proper qualifications.
How to Become a Child Care Worker: 5 Things You Need to Know
Love working with kids? Being a childcare worker could be perfect for you.