Introduction Worksheet

Please take a moment to reflect on the questions and craft your responses thoughtfully. Each answer should be clearly articulated, demonstrating proper grammar and spelling. All submissions will be reviewed, and feedback will be provided. If any response does not meet the required standards, it will be returned for further revision. Thank you for your attention to detail!

Intro: Q1 Think about how and why you entered the early childhood field as a professional. Describe individuals who have influenced your career choice and your interests, and where you want to go from here. (100 to 1,200 characters) *

This is the point where you begin to prepare your Professional Philosophy Statement, which is a work-in-progress until you complete the entire workbook. It is important to frequently revisit your Professional Philosophy Statement as you continue to reflect on your role as an early childhood educator and investigate how young children learn.

Intro: Q2 Describe the children in your setting that you work with on a regular basis, including their ages. What are they like (e.g. quiet, still, energetic, talkative, curious, etc.)? Where do they come from (e.g. culture, language spoken at home, family structure, etc.)? (100 to 1,200 characters) *

Intro: Q3 If you were to meet any of the children currently in your setting in 30 years, what would you hope them to be like? What skills and knowledge would you like them to have? (100 to 1,200 characters) *

Intro: Q4 Describe your curriculum goals for the children in your setting this year. (100 to 1,200 characters) *

Intro: Q5 Think about an inspiring teacher, mentor, or coach you had in life. What characteristics did they have? (100 to 1,200 characters) *

Intro:Q6 How did this inspiring teacher make you feel as a student? (100 to 1,200 characters) *

Intro: Q7 Describe your role as an early educator. In your description, think about your role in supporting children's development and learning. Also, think about your role in working with families. (100 to 1,200 characters) *

Intro: Q8 Begin to think about what "quality" looks like in early childhood educatio do you define "quality" in early childhood education? (100 to 1,200 characters) *

Intro: Q9 What abilities do you bring to the early childhood field and how can your benefit the children and families you serve? (100 to 1,200 characters) *

Intro: Q10 What are the goals of your program's curriculum and how does it pursue them? (100 to 1,200 characters) *

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Introduction Worksheet