PROFESSIONAL LEARNING PLANA STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT RESOURCE

HOW TO USE THIS PLAN Using the Professional Development Needs Survey, ask each member of the service team to spend time answering the questions in the survey. When they have completed the questions, the service manager may arrange to meet with the team member individually to look over their survey and complete step two.

Using the Individual Professional Learning Plan the service manager and team member can identify and prioritise professional learning for the year ahead. This plan could include taking part in registered training, tertiary education, professional learning events or subscription to specific resources. For planning and budgeting purposes, this section can also provide an indication of ‘back fill’ hours needed where staff will be away from the service.

Following these individual meetings, the whole team or service leadership team can use the Long Term Service Plan 2015-2017 to identify the common areas of professional learning need across the service or organisation. This final part of the resource will allow teams and leaders to strategically prioritise their professional learning goals and budget priorities identifying Whole Service Professional Learning Goals. These common areas and goals can be used to inform the service Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).

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The Gowrie NSW Professional Learning Plan has been developed to support NSW and ACT early and middle childhood services in developing a strategic approach to professional learning and development over the next three years (2015-2017).

Phone Gowrie NSW on (02) 8571 9743 or email learning@gowriensw.com.au•For support with completing this process and document •For direction to professional learning opportunities for each National Quality Standard•For tailored 1, 2 or 3 year packages for your organisation or service

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1PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT NEEDS SURVEY

NAME

SERVICE

POSITION

QUALIFICATION

DATE OF SURVEY

NQS1 EDUCATION PROGRAM AND PRACTICE WHAT SKILLS WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN? WHAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

WOULD YOU LIKE TO UNDERTAKE?

EARLY YEARS LEARNING FRAMEWORK

I have an understanding of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) including the five outcome areas and how to use this in the development of the program and throughout the environment

CHILDREN’SAGENCY

I have an understanding of children’s agency and consistently consider and promote this in the program

PLANNING AND PROGRAMMING

I am focused, active and reflective in designing and delivering the program

I have knowledge and understanding of the cycle of planning, documenting and evaluating a program

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NQS1 EDUCATION PROGRAM AND PRACTICE WHAT SKILLS WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN? WHAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

WOULD YOU LIKE TO UNDERTAKE?

INTENTIONAL TEACHING

I have knowledge and understanding of how to extend on children’s learning through intentional teaching practices

I have knowledge of education and development theorists and how this relates to how I work with children

CRITICAL REFLECTION

I have knowledge and understanding of critical reflection and how to use this to implement the program

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NQS2 CHILDREN’SHEALTHANDSAFETY WHAT SKILLS WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN? WHAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES WOULD YOU LIKE TO UNDERTAKE?

I have knowledge and understanding of how to support children’s health needs

I understand effective steps in the control and spread of infectious diseases and how to manage injuries and illness

I have knowledge and understanding of physical activity and large motor development in children and how to include this in the program

I have knowledge and understanding of current child protection laws and mandatory reporting requirements

I have knowledge and understanding of Workplace Health and Safety requirements and how they relate to me in my work

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NQS3 PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT WHAT SKILLS WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN? WHAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES WOULD YOU LIKE TO UNDERTAKE?

I have knowledge and understanding of sustainable practices and how to include these in the program and environment

I have knowledge and understanding of how to support children to become environmentally aware and responsible

NQS4 STAFFING ARRANGEMENTS YES/NO IDENTIFIED PROFESSIONAL LEARNING NEED

I am studying an approved Certificate III in Children’s Services YES / NO

I am studying an approved Diploma in Children’s Services YES / NO

I am studying an approved Degree in Early Childhood Education YES / NO

I hold a current approved First Aid CertificateYES / NO

I hold a current approved Asthma Management Certificate YES / NO

I hold a current approved Anaphylaxis Management Certificate YES / NO

I am studying another qualification relevant to my position YES / NO

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NQS5 RELATIONSHIPS WITH CHILDREN WHAT SKILLS WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN? WHAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES WOULD YOU LIKE TO UNDERTAKE?

I have knowledge of how to support children to manage their own behaviour and to effectively resolve conflicts

I have knowledge of respectful and responsive caregiving practices that support and promote the dignity and rights of children

My interactions with each child are consistently warm, responsive and build trusting relationships that promote children’s sense of security and belonging

I am able to consistently engage and support each child in meaningful, open interactions that enhance the acquisition of skills for life and learning

I facilitate collaborative learning opportunities effectively and every child is supported to work with and learn from others

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NQS6 COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS WITH FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES WHAT SKILLS WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN? WHAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

WOULD YOU LIKE TO UNDERTAKE?

I develop and maintain respectful and supportive relationships with families

I am able to actively involve families in the program

I actively seek and value family expertise regarding their child’s learning and wellbeing and this contributes to the program

I systemically promote continuity of learning and transitions for each child through the sharing of information, clarifying responsibilities and building collaborative strategies with relevant stakeholders

I know how to establish and consistently maintain links with relevant community and support agencies

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NQS7 LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE MANAGEMENT WHAT SKILLS WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEARN? WHAT LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

WOULD YOU LIKE TO UNDERTAKE?

I have a clear understanding of the role of Educational Leader

I have knowledge and understanding of how to contribute to the Service QIP

I have knowledge and understanding of how to contribute to the Service Philosophy

I am able to participate in regular performance and development discussions that contribute to my continuous improvement as a professional

I have knowledge and understanding of National Regulations and Law and how they relate to me in my work

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FURTHER IDENTIFIED INTERESTS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT NQS AREA

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2INDIVIDUAL PROFESSIONAL LEARNING PLAN 2015

NAME

SERVICE

POSITION

QUALIFICATION

DATE FOCUS AREA PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY NQS AREA COST BACKFILL COST TOTAL COST

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LONG TERM SERVICE PLAN 2015-2017

TOP FIVE AREAS FOR PROFESSIONAL LEARNING ACROSS THE SERVICE

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2

3

4

5

WHOLE SERVICE PROFESSIONAL LEARNING GOALS

2015 2016 2017

PRIMARY FOCUS

SECONDARY FOCUS

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