| 英文摘要 |
This study investigates the practical challenges and professional role transformation of kindergarten teachers when implementing integrated educational policies concurrently. The case site was a kindergarten simultaneously engaged in the“Kindergarten Professional Development Coaching Program”and the“English- Integrated Kindergarten Curriculum Program.”Employing a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through teacher interviews, classroom observations, and coaching records, and analyzed via thematic analysis. The findings reveal that teachers faced heavy administrative workloads, blurred instructional priorities, and doubled preparation demands under the dual policies. Nevertheless, they gradually demonstrated agency by shifting from content deliverers to curriculum designers and facilitators of children’s learning. Supportive leadership from the principal, cross-policy coordination platforms, and professional learning communities emerged as key mechanisms that alleviated pressure and fostered professional growth. Moreover, perspectives from parents and local authorities underscored that policy integration entails not only administrative streamlining but also alignment of values and goals. This study contributes to bridging the gap in the literature on policy enactment in early childhood contexts and offers actionable recommendations, including unified documentation, mentoring systems, and stress-management support. These insights provide practical implications for policymakers and practitioners aiming to enhance the quality and sustainability of early childhood education. |