A blind spot is any area in the classroom where you are unable to see the children from every vantage point. You should be able to see the children from a standing or sitting position. When blind spots are removed you are able observe all of the children no matter if they are playing inContinue reading “Arrange Your Classroom to Eliminate Blind Spots”
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The Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect
All forms of abuse and neglect are wrong. I have described a few signs of child abuse and neglect to look for when working with children. Physical Abuse Physical abuse is a non-accidental injury to a child that may include, but is not limited to, burning, beating, kicking and punching. There may be physical evidenceContinue reading “The Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect”
Child Abuse and Neglect
Mandated Reporters A mandated reporter is anyone that works with children in any capacity. Mandated reporters are required to report all forms of suspected child abuse and neglect. They are required to make an immediate verbal report (within 24 hours) when suspecting child abuse and neglect and a subsequent written report. The report has toContinue reading “Child Abuse and Neglect”
Mobile Infants and Toddlers
Room Arrangements The equipment in the infant and toddler classroom should be arranged so that the quiet activities are grouped together and the more active and noisy activities are grouped together. Each area should be inviting and contain enough space so that one activity does not interfere with another. The toys can be stored inContinue reading “Mobile Infants and Toddlers”
Motivating Your Employees
Motivation is encouraging someone to accomplish something that they may not have the desire to complete. Center directors have to recognize when employees require motivation or in some cases additional motivation. There is not one form of motivation that is appropriate for all employees. The workforce is comprised of various form of diversity: race, gender,Continue reading “Motivating Your Employees”