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Report 2
Philosophy for a Childcare Education Program
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(Your name)
Early childhood is a term that refers to the period of time from birth to eight years of age.
Therefore, early education is an informal program that provides learning experiences for
children aged four to six years for a year or more before entering Year One in the formal
schooling system. Early Childhood Education (ECE) in Malaysia has two levels based on the
age of the child, the first level being known as the Special Nursery for children under the age
of four. Meanwhile, the second level is Preschool or Kindergarten for children aged four to
six. Children under the age of four (Nursery) are subject to the Nursery Act 1984 (308) and
children under the age of six (Kindergarten) are subject to the Education Act 1996 (550).

Since elementary school, I always aspired to be an educator. I contribute my passion for

education is because of my primary school English teacher, Mrs. Kavya. He really helped me
find my passion and strength in education. Now, I can truly say that everything he believed
and demonstrated throughout his teaching and leadership while educating me really impacted
what I believe today. Also, I can remember "playing school" with my neighborhood friends.
Of course, I was always the teacher or the boss. Over the years, I have felt increasingly called
to the education profession. The education profession has been the means to the greatest
learning, contribution, and growth that I am capable of. My philosophy of education found its
beginnings in this formative experience. It consists of several interrelated components that
represent the aspects of teaching and leadership that I value most: accountability,
responsibility, accessibility, engagement, innovation and professionalism.

First of all, believe that all students can learn anything if placed in a positive environment.
How quickly they learn depends on the child's ability and the effectiveness of the school
environment. Educators must ensure that the school culture is positively evidenced and that
the school exists to promote learning. As a teacher, I must be responsible for the learning of
each student. In addition, I must realize that there is diversity within the school. As a teaching
professional, I must develop ways to reach all students. In addition, I must create the best
environment for the students and myself so that together we can achieve the final goal of
student success. Furthermore, I believe that teachers guide students in their educational
journey by providing direction and assistance overcome obstacles and stumbling blocks.
Teachers must create an environment that helps inspire and motivate all students to expand
their horizons and challenge them to grow intellectually. Educators must be flexible enough
to adapt the vision according to the needs of students, communities, faculty, and the
environment in which the educational experience takes place. Additionally, they must realize
that students deserve to be treated as individuals and not as part of a group.

In addition, I believe that all students have the right to expect excellence in academic
teaching. As an educator, I must emphasize the importance of creativity and innovation, and I
must see change as a positive process that should be welcomed and supported. I believe that
creating an environment that supports creativity is essential in maintaining a successful
environment. More than ever, I am convinced that the difference between a great school and
a good school lies in the field of passion in which teaching and learning take place. Students
who are not only productive but happy and teachers who have mastered their subject areas
and developed a passion for teaching are clear signs of successful teaching and learning. It is
important that sparks of curiosity and questioning be seen at every grade level. I appreciate
the educators who create the environment for the student who questions and not the person
who answers from memory. Interdisciplinary teaching is prioritized so that students can see
how teaching is interconnected between disciplines.

In today's society, I must understand that hands-on learning with real-world applications
should be valued and used where all students can relate. An excellent school is one where the
fun and joy of learning is in the air and a school that takes students from curiosity to wisdom.
As a career teacher, I believe that creating opportunities for renewal is essential to my
longevity and continued professional excellence. I believe in fostering passion through my
relationships with students, faculty and staff, through my reflective role as a teacher leader,
and through the continuous learning associated with all my duties. I need to be someone who
is willing to listen and speak to imaginative voices, and allow them to be heard in the larger
organization. I feel there is a need for compassionate, strong and dedicated teachers who are
excited to work with children. In our competitive society, it is important for students to not
only receive a solid education, but to work with someone who is aware and sensitive to their
individual needs.

The most important part of my educational philosophy stems from giving every child the
opportunity to learn, but another important component is compassion and the belief that every
child can learn. Every child should be given equal access to information and be given support
and encouragement. In addition, it is my job as an educator to ensure that culture is
something positive so that children will and can learn. Moreover, my attitude and
professionalism as an educator at school is very important. It has a direct impact on the
education of children and the morale of faculty, staff, and the community. In addition, I must
remain open-minded to the ideas and suggestions presented by the creative individuals I work
with and strive to implement ideas that can contribute to the improvement of products,
processes or ourselves.

As I accept as true, the ultimate goal of education is to produce individuals who strive for
excellence themselves, their peers and their communities. Students enter the rest of their lives
with valuable lessons that they can make a difference. In the final analysis, students who are
instilled with a higher standard of living will carry that mindset into the larger community
and become employed and productive citizens. While teaching and educating, we should all
remember, children must come first in the education process.