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Title: Challenges and Supports for Educator Well-Being: Perspectives of Australian Early Childhood Educators during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Language: English
Authors: Eadie, Patricia (ORCID 0000-0001-5555-8325), Murray, Lisa (ORCID 0000-0002-1751-031X), Levickis, Penny (ORCID 0000-0003-0534-733X), Page, Jane (ORCID 0000-0002-2310-4051), Church, Amelia (ORCID 0000-0002-2013-4888), Elek, Catriona (ORCID 0000-0002-7941-9669)
Source: Teachers and Teaching: Theory and Practice. 2022 28(5):568-583.
Availability: Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 16
Publication Date: 2022
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Early Childhood Education
Descriptors: COVID-19, Pandemics, Early Childhood Education, Barriers, Well Being, Foreign Countries, Teacher Attitudes, Mental Health, Physical Health, Financial Problems, Sense of Community
Geographic Terms: Australia
DOI: 10.1080/13540602.2022.2062746
ISSN: 1354-0602
1470-1278
Abstract: The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the importance of early childhood education and care (ECEC) as an essential service for families and the economy. However, it also exacerbated persisting challenges for the sector which impact educator well-being. This paper reports findings from a qualitative study that investigated Australian early childhood educators' perspectives about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and challenges and supports for educator well-being. A sample of 214 ECEC professionals responded to an online survey and 15 educators participated in subsequent focus groups. Five themes were identified in the data from open-ended survey questions and the focus groups: (1) threats to physical, emotional and financial health; (2) self-care and access to well-being resources; (3) connection with children and families; (4) a supportive professional community; and (5) acknowledging the value of early childhood education. These themes are elucidated using the 'voices' of educators, providing insights into how educator well-being can be supported during and beyond the pandemic.
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