Caelina

Date Of Birth: October 29, 1999

City: Mitchells Plain, Cape Town

Languages: English & Afrikaans

Hobbies: Drawing and dancing

Tell us more about yourself and why you have decided to pursue a career in Early Childhood Development:

“I have a strong passion for working with children, and my previous role at a primary school has further deepened that passion. It has enticed me into wanting to acquire a deeper understanding of everything related to children and how to enhance their learning experiences.”

In what skills area do you feel most qualified to be a childcare provider?

“I am most experienced in toddler and child care and have acquired many skills such as bath babying, solid and soft food feedings, bottle feedings, nappy changes, and baby routines. These skills are relevant to both age groups, enhancing my ability to manage playing time, sleep monitoring and bonding, dressing babies, and conducting daily activities with mental stimulation.”

What is - from your point of view - the typical role and responsibilities of a childcare provider in an early childhood development field?
”The typical role and responsibilities revolves around fostering the holistic development of children. It involves engaging with children, imparting essential knowledge, and ensuring their well-being through interaction and care. Additionally, it entails guiding these young minds, introducing them to foundational knowledge, and cultivating essential skills that will serve as building blocks for their future.”

What is your main field of study?

“CareChamp College Early Childhood Development Practitioner (NQF4) - Graduation: Mid 2024”