Instruction for Supervisors
Instruction for Supervisors
Dear Supervisor,
Thank you for agreeing to act as the candidates observer for this project. Kindly read through the instructions below to guide you in fulfilling your role as an observer for this assessment activity.
NOTE: to observe the candidate, you MUST have the necessary experience and qualification/s in the area of early childhood education (e.g., you are the designated vocational workplace supervisor for the candidate, or you have the relevant VET qualification/s, Certificate III in Early Childhood Education or Diploma of Early Childhood Education)
Your role as an observer
You are asked to observe and testify that the candidate has completed the tasks described in this form in the childcare centre, and to document the quality of the candidates workplace performance by completing the observation form that begins on the next page.
Before you complete this form, please:
Read through the observation form (starts on the next page)
Discuss any queries about the observation form with the candidate. If the candidate cannot answer your questions about the observation form, contact the candidates training provider.
Make specific, written comments about the candidates performance, as well as ticking the boxes and initialling the requirements met. These comments are valuable evidence of the candidates competencywhere they are not provided, the candidates assessor may contact you directly to get more information about the candidates performance.
Complete all parts of the checklist, including signing the observer declaration on the last page of the form. Once done, return the completed checklist to the candidate.
The checklist begins on the next page.
Student Declaration
By affixing my signature below, I declare that I have performed the roles outlined below and that I have provided a true and accurate record of my performance as a childcare educator in a registered childcare centre.
Student Name: Student Signature:
Date Completed: Note to the candidate: The following outlines the requirements relevant to the units included in subject 9. Provide the details required below to document your successful completion of each requirement and have your vocational supervisor confirm your documentation by signing in the space provided:
Note to the supervisor: By initialling the boxes below, you are confirming that you have observed the student demonstrating their ability to satisfactorily and consistently complete all the tasks outlined below according to the provided description (in blue text), and cope with contingencies related to the tasks. You are also confirming that they have worked within their work role and followed organisational policies, procedures, frameworks and relevant legislative requirements.
This section will be completed by the candidate: Supervisor Initial:
Describe how you arranged the environment to encourage interactions between children as well as accommodating their need for privacy, solitude or quiet
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe how you supported and initiated inquiry processes. Give examples of new ideas youve tried and challenges youve taken on during your vocational work placement experience.
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe specific activities youve facilitated for the children that promoted their sense of belonging and connectedness
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe an instance in your vocational work practice where you have assisted children to see their mistakes as opportunities to learn and grow. Give specific details of the mistakes theyve committed and how youve turned it into a teaching opportunity.
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe how you ensured that you include the families diverse contributions to the learning community. Give specific example/s of these contributions and how youve supported it.
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe an instance in your vocational work practice where you were had to share information with colleagues about a childs development and wellbeing.
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe a specific strategy youve implemented during your vocational work practice that allowed you to create learning environments where children are able to immerse themselves in self-directed play. Give specific examples of how the learning environment you have created promotes self-directed play.
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe how you ensured you have a balance between child-initiated and educator- supported learning. Give specific examples of these child-initiated learning and educator supported-learning activities.
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe the different methods you used to evaluate childrens learning from the implemented creative experiences. Give specific example/s of the creative experiences being evaluated and the outcomes of the evaluations.
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe an instance where you implemented modification/s to the curriculum based on the outcome of an evaluation youve conducted. Provide specific details of the modifications made and how these modifications helped stimulate childrens interest and involvement in creative activities
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe a specific instance or activity you have facilitated in your practice where you have provided an opportunity to acknowledge each childs uniqueness in positive ways
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe how you ensured you were always aware of the childrens needs and was able to respond to children who may require additional support or attention.
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe how you ensured that the assessment methods and tools used to gather information considered assessment principles
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe a specific assessment practice you followed that demonstrated inclusivity among all participants
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe a specific activity you facilitated during your work practice where you collaborated with families and colleagues to support the childrens learning
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe the strategy you implemented to ensure that childrens documentation can be shared with families. Give a brief summary of the process and the outcomes of this strategy
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe how you modified the learning environment and materials to enhance opportunities for childrens learning from other educators, children and their families, and promote opportunities for sustained shared thinking and collaborative learning
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe how you modified the learning environment and materials to ensure that families and the community are respected
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe a specific instance or activity you facilitated during your vocational work practice where you co-constructed meaning with children and ensured there are sustained interactions
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Describe the schedule of the assessment and evaluation of the curriculum and learning experiences in your vocational workplace. Provide enough information to show that these assessments and evaluations happen regularly and in accordance with service guidelines
FORMTEXT FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Supplementary Questions
Answer the following questions:
Provide an example of planned teaching and learning activity you have facilitated in the centre during your vocational work placement.
FORMTEXT
What were the strengths of this activity?
FORMTEXT
How can this activity be improved further?
FORMTEXT
Provide an example of an unplanned teaching and learning activity you have facilitated in the centre during your vocational work placement.
FORMTEXT
What were the strengths of this activity?
FORMTEXT
How can this activity be improved further?
FORMTEXT
Observation Checklist
(This section is to be completed by the supervisor)
Note to the supervisor: Should you answer NO to any of the checklist items below, kindly include some comments to provide guidance for the candidates on how they could meet the requirement
The candidate demonstrated effective use of oral communication skills to facilitate creative discussions and play with children aged birth to 6 years FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Comments:
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_____________________________________________________ The candidate facilitated the active participation of at least three children of varying ages through encouragement, appropriate interactions and communications FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Comments:
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_____________________________________________________ The candidate actively supported the childrens efforts, and assisted and encouraged them as appropriate FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Comments:
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_____________________________________________________ The candidate modelled and promoted enabling learning dispositions FORMCHECKBOX Yes: ____
FORMCHECKBOX No: ____
Date: _____
Comments:
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_____________________________________________________ Supervisor Declaration
By affixing my signature below, I declare that the candidate, whose name is recorded above, has completed the tasks outlined in this form according to the descriptions provided.
FORMCHECKBOX Satisfactory Performance FORMCHECKBOX Not Yet Satisfactory Performance
Note: Should you find the candidates performance not yet satisfactory, kindly include comments in the space provided below.
Supervisors Name: Signature:
Date completed: Vocational Placement Supervisor Details
Phone Number:
Email Address:
Supervisor Qualifications:
Supervisor Comments (optional feedback to student):
