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ECTA QLD, 20 Hilton Road, Gympie (2026)

About Us
The Early Childhood Teachers Association (ECTA Inc) https://www.ecta.org.au comprises of registered teachers and others interested in the work of early childhood professionals, committed to promoting early childhood education philosophy and the ongoing development of quality care and education for young children. Established
The Early Childhood Teachers Association (ECTA) came into existence in 1976, a metamorphosis from the State Preschool Teachers Association that formed in 1973 when the first Queensland State preschools opened. The number of teachers qualified to teach in schools and kindergartens expanded rapidly during these years and the name change reflected the intention to provide professional support wherever members found work as teachers. ECTA was created and is administered by members who teach in schools, kindergartens and childcare centres working in health or education areas, and others interested in the work of early childhood professionals committed to promoting early childhood education philosophy and the ongoing development of quality care and education for young children. We encourage the establishment of regional groups throughout the state to enhance networking among early childhood professionals. Our programs are designed to enhance the professional growth of members and others working in services for children 0-8 years. ECTA designs and implements and promotes programs that enhance the professional growth of early childhood professionals working in Queensland, interstate and overseas. As a networking group we encourage individuals and groups to identify and share with others what they are learning about involving good practices that are emerging within their work environment.

08/10/2026

Submit an expression of interest to present before 30 November.

CALL FOR PRESENTERS — ECTA Conference 2027
We’re excited to welcome expressions of interest for the ECTA Early Childhood Conference, happening 26 June 2027 at St Peters Lutheran College, Indooroopilly + Online via Zoom.
If you’re passionate about strengthening early childhood practice, we’d love to hear from you.
🗓️ EOIs close 30 November 2026
🔗 Submit today: http://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/6e6573b0-5053-4bbb-8bdb-f2ef2714fd18

06/10/2026

🌿 ECTA Webinar: Trauma, Temperament and Neurodivergence — What It Means for Daily Practice

Why might one child become overwhelmed, another withdraw, and another appear overly compliant? Understanding children’s responses can help us provide the connection and support they need.

Join Siobhan for a practical webinar exploring how trauma, temperament and neurodivergence shape children’s experiences of safety, stress and connection.

Explore strategies to:
💛 Strengthen co-regulation and relationships
💛 Create predictable, supportive environments
💛 Recognise stress responses and reduce escalation
💛 Respond to each child’s individual needs

📅 Wednesday 14 October 2026
🕔 5 pm Queensland time
💻 Online webinar
👶 For educators and teachers working with children from birth to school age

🔗 Register here: https://au01web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8ydgLs6LTx69qyW4bkU6og

Join us to build your understanding of behaviour and create safer, more inclusive learning environments.

22/09/2026

🍎The Best Practice Guide for Food Environments in Early Childhood Education and Care is now available.

It's the first national resource of its kind, which brings practical guidance together across 6 modules:

• mealtime environments and practices
• menu and meal quality
• food education
• sustainability
• staff and family engagement
• food policy

This free resource is for centre-based and family day care services, as well as the professionals and organisations that support children’s food experiences, health, wellbeing, learning and sense of belonging.

Explore the Guide: https://brnw.ch/21x5RBA

Edith Cowan University (ECU)

16/09/2026

Early Childhood Education and Care
Careers Incentives and subsidies

Do you want to find out about the Queensland's workforce initiatives under the Queensland Early Childhood Workforce Strategy.

Learn about what scholarships, subsidies and grants are available to you and your service to unlock your career potential and enhance the capacity of Queensland's early childhood workforce. This includes the Early Childhood Practicum Placement Grant, Leadership and Management Program, Positive Behaviour Guidance Coaching Program, Qualifications Pathways Program and Reforming Early Childhood Safety Program as detailed in link.

Learn about professional development opportunities for educators working in the early childhood education and care as well as workforce planning.

15/09/2026

13/09/2026

CALL FOR PRESENTERS — ECTA Conference 2027
We’re excited to welcome expressions of interest for the ECTA Early Childhood Conference, happening 26 June 2027 at St Peters Lutheran College, Indooroopilly + Online via Zoom.
If you’re passionate about strengthening early childhood practice, we’d love to hear from you.
🗓️ EOIs close 30 November 2026
🔗 Submit today: http://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/6e6573b0-5053-4bbb-8bdb-f2ef2714fd18

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