More than Just Caregivers

More than Just Caregivers shows how the interplay of early childhood champions and stakeholders makes the field stronger to secure the infinite future for the youngest members of Guyanese society. As a memoir-documentary, it captures the how and why of specialised training needed to raise the professional status of the Guyanese early childhood workforce. Key takeaways include illustrations about how successful outcomes hinge on dedication, collaboration, and willpower, and why sustainability becomes possible with public buy-in, funding, and support.

Michelle Semple-McBean is currently the Head of Research, teacher training, and professional development at the University of Guyana Early Childhood Centre of Excellence, Guyana. She has been working in the early childhood sector in Guyana for over 30 years, 20 of which were spent as a lecturer of early childhood development in the Faculty of Education and Humanities, University of Guyana. Her research interest lies in early childhood professional development and culturally relevant pedagogy.