Masterclasses
ECA Masterclass on Management Fundamentals with Ian Alchin
Managing an early childhood service regularly presents challenges, particularly for those who have trained to be educators with a primary focus on the experiences and outcomes for young children. An early childhood setting is complex and dynamic, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Developing and maintaining a harmonious and cooperative group of professionals is commonly reported as being the most challenging aspect of the management role.
This interactive masterclass draws on reliable and authoritative sources to frame management within the context of an early childhood organisation. It considers the purpose and function of management within an early childhood setting and its relationship with leadership in creating a learning organisation where its intentions are evident in people’s everyday practice. The masterclass considers the principles and practices of effective management and their congruence with the National Quality Framework (NQF). It provides the foundation for systems designed to support cohesive, productive and forward-thinking teams that can bring an organisation’s vision to life.
Date: Wednesday 4 October 2023
Time: 9.00 am – 4.00 pm
Venue: In-person at the Adelaide Convention Centre
Presenter: Ian Alchin
Rate: $185.00
Masterclass partner
About the presenter
Ian Alchin
Ian Alchin is a recognised leader in the early childhood sector. He is acknowledged for his insightful and inspirational approach to contemporary leadership and management. Ian crafts bespoke and customised business and professional development drawing on his many years of success leading organisations in the sector.
Ian’s work focuses on developing capable people and sustainable organisations in diverse settings in Australia and internationally. This includes organisational leadership that connects strongly to professional practice and has a positive impact on children and communities. He regards organisations as social enterprises that need to deliver positive results to be sustainable.
Who can register?
The masterclass is open for registration to all.
| Time | Activity |
| 8.30 am | Registration |
| 9.00 am – 10.30 am | Opening session Purpose and function in the context of children’s services in Australia. |
| 10.30 am – 11.00 am | Morning tea |
| 11.00 am – 12.00 pm | Session 2 Managing in the right direction. |
| 12.00 pm – 1.00 pm | Lunch |
| 1.00 pm – 2.30 pm | Session 3 Managing culture and people—challenges and opportunities. |
| 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm | Afternoon tea |
| 3.00 pm – 4.00 pm | Closing session Panel discussion: Managing to achieve outcomes for children and the setting/organisation—whose job is it? |
The atmosphere of childhood: Exploring nature play and its role in early childhood development in partnership with Nature Play SA
Masterclass with Jason Tyndall, Abe Moore and Jade McCarthy
Join the team from Nature Play SA, a not-for-profit organisation that supports educators to enrich their pedagogy through utilising nature for outdoor learning and play, for a half-day nature play masterclass. This masterclass will focus on what the ‘atmosphere’ of childhood looks like in the early years. It will explore concepts of agency, belonging and wellbeing and delve deeper through roundtable discussions on how we can provide environments for children to thrive. Practical workshops will explore dispositions through sensory and loose parts play.
Date: Wednesday 4 October 2023
Time: 9.00 am – 12.30 pm
Venue: In-person at the Adelaide Convention Centre
Presenters: Jason Tyndall, Abe Moore and Jade McCarthy
Cost: $105.00
Masterclass partner
About the presenters
Jason Tyndall
Jason Tyndall, CEO of Nature Play SA, is a renowned speaker on the role of nature in supporting childhood development and wellbeing. Jason is passionate about ensuring equity in the context of outdoor learning and play.
Abe Moore
Abe Moore is Manager of the Education Program at Nature Play SA. With over 16 years’ experience as a teacher, Abe is a passionate educator who advocates for agency and belonging to be at the forefront of education.
Jade McCarthy
Jade McCarthy, Coordinator of Outdoor Education at Nature Play SA, has worked in classrooms for more than 10 years. She is passionate about open-ended play and the benefit of outdoor nature-based play for all ages.
Who can register?
The masterclass is open for registration to all.
| Time | Activity | |
| 9.00 am | Acknowledgments and introductions | |
| 9.10 am – 9.50 am | Presentation The habitat of childhood: How nature play is a fundamental component to early years settings Jason Tyndall |
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| 9.50 am – 10.15 am | Table discussionWhat does your early years habitat look and feel like, and what does it need for children to thrive? Jason Tyndall and Abe Moore |
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| 10.20 am – 10.40 am | Morning tea | |
| 10.45 am – 11.30 am | Workshop 1 Nature play in the early years Jade McCarthy |
Workshop 2 Exploring language and concepts through loose parts play Jason Tyndall and Abe Moore |
| 11.35 am – 12.20 pm | Workshop one (repeat) | Workshop two (repeat) |
| 12.25 pm – 12.30 pm | Closing | |