S2E11 - Leadership in Early Childhood Education with Amie Fabry

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Today on Positively Leading I sit down with the inspiring Amie Fabry, PhD, Director of Early Childhood at The Learning Future. Amy takes us through her captivating career journey from an early childhood teacher in Western Australia to a leadership powerhouse. She shares her unique experiences at Edith Cowan University, working with the education department, and conducting research for AERO, all of which contributed to her passion for supporting and leading educators. Amie's story is a testament to the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and the power of professional networks.
Throughout this episode, Amie discusses the critical elements of effective early childhood leadership and sheds light on the often-overlooked separation of kindergarten and pre-primary teachers from the rest of the school community and the profound impact it has on educators and students alike. The discussion dives into the necessity of specialized knowledge, collaboration time, and a deep understanding of policy documents for leaders to truly support educators. Principals facing leadership roles without early childhood expertise is another challenge we explore, emphasizing the need for a well-rounded and informed leadership team.
Finally, we explore Amie's groundbreaking framework, "Lead with Intention," which aims to elevate the status and leadership roles of early childhood educators. This framework fosters a more collaborative and supportive educational environment by recognising their expertise and creating career progression opportunities. Amie also shares her global insights from visits to early childhood education centers in Finland and Denmark, highlighting the importance of community integration and robust support systems. Tune in for a rich conversation filled with practical strategies and inspiring stories to enhance early childhood leadership and education.

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Capitole

1. Importance of Early Childhood Leadership (00:00:00)

2. Supporting Effective Early Childhood Leadership (00:14:00)

3. Empowering Early Childhood Leadership Framework (00:19:49)

4. Developing Authentic Early Childhood Leadership (00:25:06)

5. Global Perspectives on Early Childhood Leadership (00:32:19)

6. Connecting With Early Childhood Leadership (00:42:41)