"A Place for Infants" will highlight some concerns to watch out for when considering child care options. Tips for Child Care Managers and Teachers will also be provided in this resource book that is planned for release some time in 2017.
More Excerpts from "A Place for Infants"
By: M.B.Varville-Rodriguez, Child Development Specialist
"Parents who
do not see management and staff working in tandem should be cautious about
enrolling their child at the school.
Management should be genuinely supportive and not “over sell” the
school’s concept. If it seems too good
to be true…trust that instinct! Watch
for subtle looks that pass between teachers.
For example: If the Director says
“We always keep a ratio of 1 teacher to 4 babies…better than state ratio….at
all times.” You should later ask
teachers if there are times that it becomes so busy that state ratio must be
used versus the school ideal. It’s not
bad if the state ratio is the best that can happen. What you really should be concerned about is
the level of integrity of your primary teaching staff. Good care can occur within state ratios. It
happens. The reality of Child Care is
that low teacher – student ratios are costly.
Real life happens. Teachers get
sick and it can be hard to cover their shifts.
There are brief periods of time at the beginning of the day and at the
end of the day when rooms may need to combine as teachers arrive or depart in
staggered shifts. It’s a business
too. Just make sure you establish a good
level of communication with staff to ensure proper transfer of information
occurs during shift changes. How do you accomplish this? Here are a few tips:"
Tips will be provided in the upcoming publication!
Check back for future release dates and information.
SUBMISSIONS BEING CONSIDERED FOR THIS PUBLICATION
I
am currently accepting questions, concerns, and observations from
parents, teachers, and managers regarding Infant Child Care Programs. I
still have room in this book for additional comments, and welcome your
input. If I quote your comments in the book, you will receive a FREE
Copy. Send comments to mbvrodriguez3@yahoo.com with the Subject Line: A Place for Infants
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