Issues and Trends of ECE 

So I had a time going to reaching out to other ECE (early childhood education) professionals.  The first 2 responses that I got were from professors in London. They had told me that they were too busy with their own responsibilities to assist me with my assignment. (completely understandable... I have a busy life too) 

As a result, I went to a totally different continent (Australia) to see what they were all about.  After reaching out to several daycare directors, I was able to get a response.  Toni and Kellie were gracious enough to answer the following questions:

• What do you view as your biggest challenge in the field of ECE? 
• What has been you most rewarding moment in your career thus far?

Toni, a manager, answered:

Her biggest challenge is documentation and having time to build quality relationships with the children and their families.  She enjoys watching her children grow and mature. 

Kellie, also a manager, answered:

Her biggest challenge is the government families package which highlights the need for early childhood services to allow families to return to or remain within the workforce.  The package takes away from quality education and care despite their criteria.  Some of Australia's most vulnerable children will not have access to ECE and or be minimized.  Second, the media is emphasizing the need of childcare centers, and pressuring the licensing bodies.  There have been 5 new openings over the past 2 years, but most have struggled to remain open 

Kellie also feels as if she is rewarded everyday working with children. 

Based upon what Kellie is saying there are some inequalities for the children in Australia.  I don't have a full understanding of the job package in Australia, but I can tell that it is directly effecting their center.