[This is the first real assignment for the childcare management class.  I have to create a philosophy for a childcare center I am opening.  I have put alot of effort into this since it is something I will need to present again in the future, in school and in looking for work.  So, any criticism is welcome and encouraged. Parts II and III are just ( Read more... )

As the director, please discuss what you will do in your program to make sure these goals are met.

1. Support the children in the development of autonomy.

Honestly, I am not completely sure how to achieve number 1 as a director.  As a teacher, it would be relatively simple.  Children self-regulating emotion and behavior is the first objective ( Read more... )

[Discuss two ideas from the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct supplement, and how you would implement these standards in your program.  Be specific.]

P-1.3 We shall have clearly stated policies for the respectful treatment of children and adults in all contacts…We shall appropriately address incidents that are not consistent with our policies.

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[ I am taking an online course called Childcare Center Management.  it is completely unrelated to teaching, but required for my degree.  I shall be posting my writing assignments here, mostly for fun, I guess for posterity's sake, as well.  Feel free to offer any comments or criticisms, including, but not limited to, devil advocacy. ]Discussion ( Read more... )

  here is the profread and refined 250 word essay I wrote to try winning a $500 scholarship.  It is 506 words condensed down from 611.  Website says it could take up to two weeks for a response.  So, here's hoping ( Read more... )

Since 1960, advocay groups have worked endlessly to improve the lives of children with special needs. The work of these organizations and individuals has led to the United States Congress passing many laws that aim to solidify the constitutional rights of such children and to ensure they are given the same educational opportunities as other ( Read more... )

Gonna post my work from this semester. feel freee to offer any comments you want. i have a pdf of the article I summarized, but don't know how to show it to you here ( Read more... )