The educator's role
Exposure to a traumatic event in the community, such as a natural disaster or the impacts of the pandemic, may affect how children and young people see and experience their world.
It may affect their sense of security and ideas about the predictability of life.
Educators in schools can play an important role in supporting children and young people who have experienced traumatic events, such as bushfires or floods, in the community.
As an educator, the relationships and experiences you foster in daily practice support safety, attachments and connections for the students in your care.You can also support your students’ sense of safety and regulation by looking beyond their behaviour to understand what is happening for them.
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Understanding regulation
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The impact of trauma on regulation
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Noticing the signs of trauma
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Be You resources
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References
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External links