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Essay / Social, Development and Social and Emotional Development
During my school years, I volunteered in classrooms and daycares for the chance to work with children of different ages and learn how they play and interact with peers and adults. When I started my university studies, I had to observe and record data in different age groups. This was not a problem for me thanks to all my volunteer hours during days off or vacations. I enjoyed spending hours in different classrooms and observing the child. It helped me form an idea of the teacher I wanted to become. After applying for a teaching assistant position at SPIN, I was able to put my years of experience into practice, observing and working with children. I work in a classroom that allows me to communicate directly with children and families on a daily basis as well as work with my co-teacher. I get to set goals, hold meetings, and get to know the kids and their behavior. I am able to communicate with parents and families in order to help the child progress in his development. I like the idea of “ages and stages” and assessing whether children are developing correctly. These are great ways to advocate for children. Continuing to understand their family and community differences can have a significant impact on your abilities as well as their development. I think that maintaining positive and respectful relationships with the family and the child is an excellent way to defend