Reflect and Rise - 12-months of Educator Professional Development and Growth

INDIVIDUAL

ON-SALE FOR $199 - Normally $499
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​Reflect and Rise - 12-months of Educator Professional Development and Growth
Format - Online In-Person viz ZOOM - AND Recorded Session sent to team 
  •  One Tuesday per month - Last Tuesday of each month.
  • Commences 27th January 2026
  • Three Sessions on the Tuesday to adhere to different Time Zones (Attend 1 x Sessions)
  • Time: 6:00–7:30pm - Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania.
  • 5:30pm - 7:00pm - OR 7:00pm - 8:30pm South Australia, Northern Territory (Team can be split between two sessions)
  • 6:30pm - 8:00pm - Queensland
  • 6:00pm - 7:30pm - Western Australia
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  • Participants: Individual educators or whole teams
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  • Includes: Training session, collaborative activity, workbook exercises, critical reflection, and end-of-session certificate

Overview: 12-Month Educator Membership 2026
This year-long professional learning membership is designed for early childhood educators — individually or as teams — to enhance practice, build collaboration, and strengthen reflective skills.
  • Format: One 90-minute session per month, Tuesday evenings, 6:00–7:30pm
  • Mode: Onsite, with practical exercises, team discussion, and collaborative activities
  • Resources: Each session includes a workbook, critical reflection prompts, and a certificate of completion
  • Focus: Training, interaction, and professional growth linked to EYLF, NQF, and children’s development
  • Flexibility: Designed to suit individual educators or full teams, supporting workplace learning and collaboration

What Early Childhood Educators Will Learn
Throughout the 12 months, participants will:
  • Reflect critically on their practice and make connections to the EYLF principles, practices, and outcomes
  • Apply knowledge of child development including theorists, developmental milestones, and learning domains
  • Support positive behaviour using strategies that promote self-regulation, agency, and social-emotional development
  • Enhance inclusion and diversity practices, including supporting children with additional needs and reflecting cultural competence
  • Plan and implement intentional teaching strategies aligned to curriculum goals and learning outcomes
  • Design and optimise learning environments including indoor, outdoor, and nature-based spaces
  • Build stronger connections with children, families, colleagues, and the broader community
  • Document and assess children’s learning effectively, linking evidence to QA standards
  • Work collaboratively in teams to problem-solve, share ideas, and implement best practices
  • Reflect on wellbeing and team culture, fostering a positive, resilient, and reflective workplace
  • Celebrate and track professional growth with certificates and reflective workbooks each month

Month-by-Month Calendar
January – Kickoff & Goal Setting
  • Topic: Introduction to Reflective Practice & EYLF/NQF Frameworks
  • Focus: Set individual and team learning goals for the year
  • Activity: Guided reflection & group discussion
  • Workbook: Goal planner + reflection prompts
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Reflective Educator – Year Starter”

February – Understanding Child Development
  • Topic: Theorists & Developmental Milestones
  • Focus: Piaget, Vygotsky, Erikson, Gardner, Bronfenbrenner
  • Activity: Developmental scenario analysis + team collaboration
  • Workbook: Observation logs + reflection questions
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Child Development Insights - Understanding Child Development”

March – Guiding Children’s Behaviour
  • Topic: Positive Guidance & Self-Regulation Strategies
  • Focus: Techniques to support behaviour in the classroom
  • Activity: Role-play and scenario problem-solving
  • Workbook: Behaviour plan templates + reflection prompts
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Positive Guidance Practitioner - Guiding Children's Behaviour”

April – Supporting Additional Needs
  • Topic: Inclusion & Differentiation
  • Focus: Scaffolding, accessibility, and diverse learning styles
  • Activity: Case study discussions + team brainstorming
  • Workbook: Inclusive practice checklist + critical reflection
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Inclusive Educator - Supporting Additional Needs”

May – Nature Play & Outdoor Learning
  • Topic: Designing Outdoor Learning Experiences
  • Focus: Risk-taking, sustainability, and sensory play
  • Activity: Plan a nature play session with team feedback
  • Workbook: Outdoor environment audit + reflection questions
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Nature Play & Outdoor Learning Facilitator”

June – Creating Connections
  • Topic: Families, Peers, and Community Partnerships
  • Focus: Building relationships and promoting agency
  • Activity: Family engagement scenarios + team strategy session
  • Workbook: Connection planner + reflective prompts
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Connection Champion”

July – Intentional Teaching & Curriculum Design
  • Topic: Mapping Curriculum to Outcomes
  • Focus: EYLF principles & intentional teaching strategies
  • Activity: Curriculum mapping workshop
  • Workbook: Lesson/activity planner + reflection questions
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Intentional Teaching and Curriculum Design Practitioner”

August – Classroom Setup & Learning Environments
  • Topic: Environment as the Third Teacher
  • Focus: Learning zones, provocations, and observation points
  • Activity: Environment review and redesign brainstorming
  • Workbook: Room audit checklist + reflective prompts
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Classroom Setup & Learning Environment Designer”

September – Cultural Competence & Inclusion
  • Topic: Reflecting Diversity in the Program
  • Focus: Celebrations, language, and cultural representation
  • Activity: Cultural scenario analysis + team discussion
  • Workbook: Cultural inclusion audit + reflection questions
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Culturally Competent Educator”

October – Transitions & Continuity of Learning
  • Topic: Smooth Transitions & Handovers
  • Focus: Supporting children and families through change
  • Activity: Transition planning role-play + team reflection
  • Workbook: Transition planning templates + reflection prompts
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Transitions Specialist”

November – Assessment & QA Documentation
  • Topic: Observation, Assessment & QA Evidence
  • Focus: Linking practice to QA1–7 & EYLF outcomes
  • Activity: Documentation review & team analysis
  • Workbook: Observation templates + reflective prompts
  • Outcome: Certificate: “QA & Assessment Practitioner”

December – Year-End Celebration & Reflection
  • Topic: Review, Celebrate, and Plan Ahead
  • Focus: Reflect on growth, set goals for next year
  • Activity: Reflection circle + team presentations
  • Workbook: Annual reflection + goal setting for 2027
  • Outcome: Certificate: “Reflective Educator – Year Complete”