My name is Dawn Baetens. I am a candidate for the College of Early Childhood Educators Council District 8 for Southwestern Ontario region. During my career of 30 years as an Early Childhood Educator, advocating for equality and the professional rights of Educators, has always been a priority.
Throughout my experiences, l have extensive work from grass roots to present, with a passion for growing within a profession that contributes and cares about putting our future in our precious children. My teaching with; Home Childcare, daycares, school age programs, Ontario Early years, school boards, Early Childhood Education Fanshawe College faculty, and Field Placement Supervision, was integral in molding and shaping my journey as a professional educator.
Watching the field evolve from the Day Nursery Act to the Early Years Act, and using the ongoing supporting government documents in the field, has allowed me the privilege of growing with the vision in a forward thinking process. This forward thinking and visionary is a leadership quality that would greatly benefit our council. My ability to make sound, resourceful, calm, meticulous, and educated decisions with colleagues, would promote positive interactions for educators. In an evolving field of evidence based research, and a focus on self-regulation, innovation combining experiences and policies are vital for our council.
Leadership, confidence, and trust are at the heart of today's educators. As your elected council member, l will listen and represent you as Early Childhood Practitioners. Upholding the mandate and standards of the College will be my priority. |