Learner Olivia
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Starting your schedule around meal times, and then build from there. If the child takes a nap, add those in. Then you can move forward to age appropriate activities. Schedule outside times when the weather is better for them, i.e. in the mornings before it gets too hot. Add activities like circle time in the morning when they are able to maintain focus for longer, and add in movement activities to keep that focus. Make sure they know what’s coming up next, many times, especially if there’s a change to the schedule.
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I think catered to the children. It should be bright, clean, and encourage their creativity. Everything they use should be their height. It should be a safe and fun place. You need caring and attentive childcare workers that are able to talk to and get on the child’s level. They need activities that promote their development and learning.
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It’s important to be prepared if you are discussing some challenges with parents. Having practiced what specifically you want to say, how you want to present the issue, and documentation to back up what you are saying. Resources to assist you are always very helpful. If you’re worried about the parents taking your observations the wrong way, you can always talk to your supervisor about the best way to handle it. Make sure that you are objective and that you are speaking about what is in the child’s best interest.
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Observing the child helps to see how they are developing–are they falling behind, are they ahead of their peers, or are they where they should be. It will help us know when to intervene, what the child likes and doesn’t like, what they are good at, and what they need help with. Documenting will allow others to see your observations, so perhaps they could make their own observations. It makes sure nothing will get lost, or neglected.
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I believe screen time should be used as home, not in a childcare situation. Instead, find books to match the child’s interests and encourage social-emotional development at school.
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You can create a serve and return moment in circle time. By talking about the weather, showing cards that prompt them to figure out which matches the current weather, asking them what we should wear outside, if it’s cold or hot. Engaging with the child and asking them questions and being patient enough to listen to their answers.
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I would talk to the parent about how 20 minutes may not seem like a lot of time, but it does have an effect to the child who is left behind. I would explain about the extra staff who have to stay behind for the children. I would explain that at my school, there is a late fee for every minute that you’re late to picking up the child.
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WAC 110-300-0085
We have to determine what is best for the child, and their individual strengths, characteristics and needs. Discuss with the parents and communicate their progress and help with their concerns.
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