MOE are hosting this FREE PLD EVENT Presented by Toni Christie.

This workshop will share a values-based approach to leadership. With nearly 30 years of leadership experience in early childhood education, Toni will share her wit, wisdom, and lessons learned from leading teams. Participants will discuss and explore the following core values for leadership in education: Courage, vision, service, empathy, loyalty, honesty, grace, creativity, joy, gratitude, empowerment and respect. Included with the course will be two comprehensive resources (Leading with Heart & Soul Book and a 2024 Leadership & Management handbook).

Participants will:

• Examine their own values as related to leadership
• Be familiarised with the leadership responsibilities for management and administration in ECE services
• Explore conflict, including what it is, and how it can be resolved respectfully
• Practice giving and receiving feedback
• Discuss positive communication models and strategies
• Receive and discuss models for improvement including an example strategic plan
• Be inspired to delegate appropriately and set clear boundaries for kaiako
• Discuss intentional language, engaged feedback, and professionalism
• Develop ideas for team building and team contracts
• Understand the importance of self-care and self-love
• Receive both the Leading with Heart & Soul book and Leadership & Management for early childhood education handbook with the course.

This is an ideal workshop to inspire and affirm new, established and aspiring leaders in early childhood education.

This event runs from 9am to 3pm (morning tea & lunch provided) .

General admission price: FREE