A Subtitute's Guide to Early Childhood Education

The aim of this thesis was to support the quality of substitute work in Early Childhood Education. The shortage of workers in early childhood education has been talked about in the media for a long time, in addition, the tight personnel situation of daycare centers is noticeable in the work shifts (SEURE 2021.). The theoretical part of this thesis was done by using working life partner Seure’s orientation material, the Early Childhood Education plan, the Early Childhood Education act and other theories related to the topic. The aim of this thesis is to support work quality in daycares and to provide support for Early Childhood Education. The target group for this thesis is substitutes and other personnel in Early Childhood Education. The aim is to support the well-being of children and educators in Early Childhood Education by providing practical tips in a form of a simple and easily accessible leaflet. This thesis was done using the development-based method. The theory part of this thesis shows that work orientation is undeniably important to prevent the deterioration of the quality of Early Childhood Education. In addition, the importance of acknowledging and operating by the law and regulations of Early Childhood Education. Raising awareness and educating educators including substitutes, supports the Early Childhood Education quality. Cooperation between substitutes and ECE workers is essential for guaranteeing the well-being of children