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Child Led Learning - Education Advisory
Meet Bec Chani
I am a passionate advocate for true child-led learning. The kind that takes the adults out of the driver seat and allows us to truly see the interests of the child. This can be an uncomfortable place for many adults to rest, however it is here that the most magical and rich learning happens. Let me show you how.
I am a qualified Montessori Teacher with over ten years of classroom experience, a mother of three, and a lifelong learner myself, living on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.
Personal Philosophy
I see children as capable individuals with whom respect is due. Communicating respectfully, listening carefully and scaffolding conversations rich with learning opportunities and depth are among my strengths.
I believe that when children feel seen, loved and respected, they show us who they really are. These moments allow us an insight into their inner workings and to their world. We need to tread with care whilst here, but if we do we can open up unique learning opportunities that are specific to the child's interests.
"Education is a natural process carried out by the child and is not acquired by listening to words but by experiences in the environment." — Maria Montessori
A kind, gentle and tactful approach suitable for children of all ages and learning profiles.
How I can help you
I love to support families to engage their children in true learning opportunities. I draw on my depth of knowledge of Montessori principles including using multi-sensorial resources, fostering independence and the environment as an educator.
Through video consultation, I work with parents in an advisory and coaching role, educating them on how to effectively implement learning and behaviour strategies to achieve their desired outcomes.
I also offer Montessori Philosophy guidance and lifestyle coaching.
I engage directly with children for
in-person sessions or tutoring via video call.
I creatively and effectively work with families to implement a range of strategies recommended by their Allied Health teams as I understand there can be a disconnect between receiving reports and actually setting goals to work towards, and then getting the work done!
I have experience working with children across a wide range of neurodiversities including ASD, ADHD, PDA, SLD, School Refusal.
Testimonials
"I engaged with Bec to help me implement Montessori principles into my home and inspire my children to appreciate and explore the world around them. Bec was incredibly generous in sharing her expert knowledge with me, gained though many years of teaching children in a Montessori classroom, and while I was hoping to inspire my children, I
"I engaged with Bec to help me implement Montessori principles into my home and inspire my children to appreciate and explore the world around them. Bec was incredibly generous in sharing her expert knowledge with me, gained though many years of teaching children in a Montessori classroom, and while I was hoping to inspire my children, I have found myself very inspired too. She was professional, attentive and listened to what we were wanting and tailored her advice for us. I cannot recommend Bec enough and I look forward to working with her further."
- Natalie
"Bec has a brilliant understanding of children and their learning needs. My children have worked with Bec for nearly 7 years. She is student centric and brings out the best learning, character traits and life skills in our children. We love her combination of Montessori education, her personal style and her deep care level of her students
"Bec has a brilliant understanding of children and their learning needs. My children have worked with Bec for nearly 7 years. She is student centric and brings out the best learning, character traits and life skills in our children. We love her combination of Montessori education, her personal style and her deep care level of her students. If you are looking for quality experiences and positive impacts for your child’s educations - she is a dream teacher - highly recommend for all ages."
- Ainsley
"Highly recommend Bec.
Her knowledge and teaching experience have given us as parents invaluable teaching tools to extend our children's learning at home. Easily adaptable to each of our children, the sessions have been flexible and comprehensive.
We have been able to further prepare our children for prep and grade 1 so they can start the
"Highly recommend Bec.
Her knowledge and teaching experience have given us as parents invaluable teaching tools to extend our children's learning at home. Easily adaptable to each of our children, the sessions have been flexible and comprehensive.
We have been able to further prepare our children for prep and grade 1 so they can start the year with confidence both academically and socially"
-Jessica
"Bec is so thoughtful and considered in her approach to teaching, I have learnt so much from her. She finds learning opportunities in surprising and creative moments and engages the children with warmth and curiosity.
My daughter is continually inspired by her."
-Michelle