set poster with emotions and have them point to the one that they feel. talk about what it feels in the body to have that emotion then help child to change to a more calm emotion

talk to others family mostly to let them know what im feeling. i make sure that i try to remember that i only have a certain capacity to handle compassion and remind myself to let go if it doesn’t affect me o rmy immediate family directly.

talking to the kids constantly, sitting down to play with them. maybe write down questions around the class to be able to ask the children .

in stressful situations i walk away to take deep breaths and compose myself. it doesn’t happen often but i make sure to listen to my body when its getting agitated. i also in my free time i workout and listen to music or podcasts

take time to sit with them and play. be interested in what they like and give hugs and physical contact often if they are ok with it. this makes them feel special and connected

yes incase of emergencies or when needing a reminder for parents of policies.

crib, playpen with fitted sheet

have music time daily, scheduled outside time have activities planned out.

sing songs in transitions. include them by giving them “class jobs “

i would show them my fire drill report so far , the health and safety policy, the daily schedule showing hand-washing procedure, as well as illness policy. I will also talk about how i keep information confidential and that i am a mandated reporter. u will also share my trainings completed to reassure them of my knowledge,

i would gather what ever info i can that i suspect child abuse or neglect and report to cps. i do not need actual evidence just a suspicion is enough to report. make sure to inform director so they can proceed to inform licensor and dcyf.

my biggest worry is children running out of my front yard and getting hurt in the busy road in front of my home. people do not respect the speed limits and i worry about that everyday from things ive seen happen

What is your advice for creating and maintaining a good partnership between parents and childcare providers?

keep communication going daily about child and if you notice something off, schedule a time to discuss concern only if the parents is willing to do so. never force parent to talk about something they are not ready only make a statement…

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If you were the parent of a young child, what do you think are the 3 most important things that you want from your child’s provider? i would like my provider to provide nurturing relationship with my children, safety and knowledgeable in child development.

have enough material for the children and that it is visible. if it is safe for children have art supplies at their level they can have access. also talk to the children during play. as question that are open ended or describe what they are doing to get them to engage longer.

make it simple and have schedule that is both flexible yet consistent. for example meals and naps around the same time each day, as well as the circle time routine. as for other activities have them planned but if children seem like not participating in small group be flexible enough to mayne go outside earlier or some dance music time to get…

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having enough material to keep kids busy at play. also that it is age appropriate and their size. a place that is inviting and encourages kids to engage in activities.

make sure you have observations ready to show parents and write down what the observation is and what does it mean. simplify to parents if needed. take notes of key points to talk about .

it helps to design activities that are appropriate for the child age and level he/she is at at the moment. it also helps the teacher have a guide where children are developmentally and can show any red flags when observing.

i think screen time has changes the way children play now. i have seen children not want to play with other children they rather be watching tv. they have become more aggressive and don’t want to do activities. i think it shouldnt be introduced early maybe around 2 years is ok to start but limited time.

you can make a serve an return environment by showing interest in the child’s activities. actually sitting down and play and talk out actions with children. like ask questions or make a statments and answer back to child.

maybe talk to parents to see what is causing her to be late if it only happened a few times. but if its too many times a week for more than a few months do talk to parent that other programs offer loger daycare hours. if there is a contract remind her of agreement and she must pay late pick up fee. but also be considerate that life happens and…

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WAC states that there should be learning opportunities that diverse in activities and material. I would ask the family maybe in a worksheet where they can write anything about themselves that i think is important to know when a new child arrives. if the child only speaks their native language i will make sure to be able to communicate with…

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1. What did you discover about the WACs while completing the activity?
2. That all records need to be safe , post need to be visible and any changes need to be reported.
3. Were you surprised by any of the WACs?
4. yes , I learn that some records need to be keep safe for up to 5 years.
6. Can you see how the WACs will influence your day-to-day practice in…

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