This essay will discuss communication as a key part of the early childhood teacher's role. Educators will communicate with many people over the course of their day. Developing positive relationships through open communication is a strategy that will benefit teachers, parents and, most importantly, their students. Teachers must set limits and expectations for students, not only in the classroom, but within one-on-one lessons. Behavior management is an essential skill that will be used regularly and will require the teacher to develop strategies to address a variety of behaviors. Teachers are role models for their students, and this includes role models in verbal and written communication methods. The teacher's verbal and written communication skills must be of a high standard. Listening skills are essential for effective communication. Clear and concise communication is fundamental to quality educational practices in the early childhood sector. Teachers communicate with a wide range of people on a daily basis. These people include students, parents and extended family, other teachers, and school staff (Marsh, 2004, p.153). Fostering relationships with these groups of people will make communication easier and more effective. It is essential that teachers develop strong relationships with other teachers and school staff to foster a cohesive working environment. The level of communication that teachers engage in will depend on the age and skill level of the recipient. Using a variety of communication methods is an effective way to develop relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. Teachers may need to adapt or change their communication styles when interacting with different parents, especially when considering...... middle of paper ......y.curtin.edu.au/eres_display.cgi?url =dc60262400. pdf©right=1Eggen, P. & Kauchak, D. (2010). Educational psychology: Windows on classrooms. (8th edition). Upper Saddle River, New Jersey: Pearson Education.Fetherston, T. (2007). Becoming an Effective Teacher, South Melbourne: Cengage Learning.Makin, L., Jones Diaz, C., & McLachlan, C. (2007). Literacies in childhood: Changing views, inspiring practice (2nd ed.). NSW, Australia: Elsevier Australia.Marsh, C. (2004). Becoming a teacher. (3rd edition). Frenchs Forest, NSW: Pearson Education.Prozesky, P. R. (2000). Effective communication and teaching. Community Eye Health, 13, 44-45. Retrieved from http://www.cehjournal.org/download/ceh_13_35_044.pdfWhitton, D., Barker, K., Nosworthy, M. Sinclair, C., Nanlohy, P. (2010). Learning to teach: Teaching to learn. South Melbourne: Cengage Learning.