Kasilia Colavoli has a unique teaching style.

Her early childhood education students are testimony to Kasilia’s prowess in the field of education.

She is one of many ECE teachers that play essential roles in our community and understands the critical importance of having a high standard of education to carry out her role effectively.

And for that very reason, Kasilia enrolled at the University of the South Pacific to upskill herself as an educator.

“The Diploma in Early Childhood and Care programme taught me early childhood development. With vast resources in their library, I was able to do further reading on theorists and methodology of early childhood teaching,” she said.

Kasilia (or Mrs K as her students know her) – has unique teaching methods and is highly regarded with much affection from parents and students alike.

“It was through my networks established at USP that I launched out to explore and develop my signature teaching method.

“Also, coming from USP, I can implement these in a local context.

“Learning and studying the different theorists and different types of play, the importance of planning and implementing for holistic development and the skills and knowledge of child observations on all levels, evaluations and assessments have prepared me well in my role.

Kasilia says her passion for early childhood education has grown mainly because “early childhood teachers influence students’ foundation of learning and I’m passionate about contributing to a child’s development.

“It is a way to influence their families and surroundings of the importance of quality early childhood care, positive reinforcement and importance of brain development in children.”

Kasilia says she is grateful for the decision she made to take the leap in enrolling at USP and encourages other young people who are passionate to teach to pursue their studies at the regional learning institution.