Tracey’sTeddy Bear

Childcare 2017

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Welcome!

This handbook is intended to clarify my philosophies, principles and describe the conditions under which I agree to provide care. Please feel free to discuss any questions or concerns that you may have at any time.

Thank you for considering my services for your child. I started this business out of my love for children and wanting to provide a safe, reliable, quality environment for your child to grow. In my home, we strive to provide the very best. Your child will be in a comfortable, stimulating, fun and educational environment in my care but most of all, he or she will have lots of fun! The children will have a semi-structured day plan that will include music, movement activities, circle time, arts, science and more. I will also provide nutritious meals and snacks while encouraging good hygiene and manners.

Through a mixture of guided and undirected play, children will have an opportunity to learn about shapes, texture, numbers, letters, and concepts such as “pretend”. These may seem like big concepts for infant and toddlers but the studies have shown that children learn all these concepts through creative play. I do not believe in pushing a child to learn at an accelerated rate and will not make any child feel pressured to achieve any developmental milestones. By providing the right kind of fun, safe environment, I believe that children will learn at their own pace.

I truly hope that your childcare experience will be a positive one. With that in mind, I make it my goal to provide your children with the best care possible and look forward to a positive provider / parent relationship.

Welcome to Tracey’s Teddy Bear Childcare

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Table of Contents

My Family and Background …………………………………… 7

My Training and Experience …………………………………… 7

Pet Policy …...…….……………………………………………….7

Philosophy and Program Description ……………………….….....7-8

Communication plan with parents/guardians ……………………..8-9

Developmental Screening and Assessment

Parent Conferences

Daily activities and benefits……………………………………….9-11

Admission Requirements and Enrollments Procedures …………12-13

Introduction Visit

Trial Period

Transition Planning

Termination of Services

Registration Fees

Admission Forms

Maintaining Children Health Records …………………………...13

Rates and Payment Plan ………………………………………..13-15

Rates

Tuition fee

Payment plan, Penalties, and Extra charges

Receipts and Taxes

Hours of Operation and Emergency …………………………….15-16

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Hours and day of operation

Holidays

Vacations and Absences

Emergency closure

Back-up childcare

Business Practices ………………………………………………16-18

Arrival and Pick-ups

Sign in and out procedures

Items brought from home

Insurance coverage

Television, Video and Computer use

Transportation and Field Trips …………………………………. 18

Meals and Snacks ……………………………………………… 19-20

Meals served/Sample menu

Food Allergies

Policies for food brought from home

Food handling practices

Dishwashing practices

Safety of food containers and preparation area

Permission for free access …………………………………….. 20

Child abuse reporting …………………………………………… 20

Behavior management and discipline ………………………….20-21

Non-description statement ……………………………………..21

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Birthday, Holidays, and Religious activities …………………..21

Care of young children ………………………………………...22

Diapering procedures

Potting training

Infant feeding

Naps and rest periods

Infant sleeping position

Separation

Health care practices ……………………….. 23-27

Injury or medical emergency response and reporting

Medicine management

Ill Children

Reporting of notifiable conditions to public health

Cleaning and Disinfecting

Hand washing practices and had sanitizers

Injury prevention

Blood borne pathogen plan

Emergency preparedness and evacuation plan

Fire Evacuation

Earthquake and Lockdown

Emergency supplies include

Staff plan …………………………………………………….. 27-28

Staffing when Provider is Absent

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Confidentiality policy including when information may be shared … 28

Checklist of child care supplies …………………………… 28-29

No Smoking ………………………………………………..29

Drugs and Alcohol ……………………………………………..29

Guns or Weapons ……………………………………………..29

Please read this handbook thoroughly.

My Family and Background

I have a daughter, Hannah, and a son, Jordan who will be active in the home daycare. My daughter, Hannah helps in the daycare when needed. My husband and I have been together for 15+ years. I feel that I

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am a loving and caring person and hope to bring that into my daycare atmosphere.

My Training and Experience

I have worked with children for 12 plus years. I have taken care of children in my home, as a nanny, and in a bigger childcare setting, it has been rewarding to watch children learn and grow in all these different setting. I take classes on topics related to caring for young children and I have gone back to school to get my degree in Early Childhood Education. Please feel free to ask about my training. I will share everything that I learn with the families in my program.

Pet Policy

I have three wonderful animals (1Dog and 2 Cat). All my animals are updated on all their shots and are in very good health. My dog is a sweet natured and non- aggressive dog. I will be present when the children are around any of my animals. I provide a separate area for the animals to relieve themselves.

Philosophy and Program Description

I started this business out of my love for children, to provide a safe, reliable, quality environment for children to grow in. In our home, we strive to provide the very best care for each individual child. I believe that all children are capable of learning, exploration and can do anything they set their mind to. My role is to provoke learning and stimulate children in natural ways. I develop activities for my program curriculum that focus on supporting each individual child’s age and stage of development, learning style and interests while giving them frequent hands-on experiences throughout the day. Your child will be in a comfortable, stimulating, fun and educational environment while in my care but most of all, he or she will have lots of fun! The children will have a semi-structured day that will includes music and dance activities, circle time, arts and crafts, story time and more. I will also provide

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nutritious meals and snacks while encouraging good hygiene and manners.

Through a mixture of guided and undirected-play (known as “free play”), children will have an opportunity to socialize with other children, explore learning materials at their own pace and learn about concepts like colors, shapes, textures, numbers, letters, and concepts such as “pretend”. These may seem like big concepts for infants and toddlers, but studies have shown that children learn all these concepts through creative and open-ended play and interactions with adults who care for them. I do not believe in pushing a child to learn at an accelerated rate and will not make any child feel pressured to achieve any developmental milestones they are not ready for. By providing the right kind of fun safe environment, I believe that children will learn at their own pace.

Communication Plan with parents/guardians

Your involvement as a parent/guardian is critical to your child. I encourage coming into the childcare and being part of your child’s environment. If for any reason you have any questions or concerns, please contact me in person or by phone anytime. Drop off and pick up times are opportunities for us to communicate daily on anything important about your child, so that we can support each other on providing the best care for your child to thrive in.

Developmental Screening and Assessment

At enrollment, I ask all families complete an All About Me introduction sheet about your child and I will use it to learn the likes/dislikes, favorite foods, toys and books, as well as strengths and needs of your child. I also ask that all families work with me to complete an initial developmental screening tool to help me learn about your child. This is a great way for me to learn about your child’s development and find ways for me to best work with your child and them grow and keep

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developing new skills. I will also conduct period observation and/or assessment of each child to track their growth and progress.

Parent Conferences

Starting in 2018, I offer 3 Parent Conferences a year: Winter (February), Summer (June) and Fall (October). I will share information about your child’s growth and development, areas of strengths and goals of growth we can have for your child that we will work on.

Activities

Most of our times is free play and I have set up my program environment to allow children to explore, learn and interact together. Studies have shown children learn and retain best when playing (playtime is learning time!). All ages of children in my care will be together. This allows younger children to learn from the older children. In addition, this allows the older children to appreciate and interact with the younger children. On occasion, age groups will be divided when it is appropriate for specific activities or to maintain a safe environment. Some of our daily activities and their benefits are listed below. We will also have circle time, art activities, and outdoor fun.

Daily Activities

Time Activities

6:00-8:45 Arrival-Free Play

9:00-9:30 Am snack

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9:30-10:00 Circle Time

10:00-10:30 Table Activity/Free Play

10:30-11:30 Outside Time

(Weather Permitted)

11:30-12:30 Lunch Time

12:30-3:00 Rest Time/Resting Activities

3:00-3:30 Pm Snack

3:30-4:00 Outside Time

(Weather Permitted)

4:00-5:30 Free Play

5:00-5:30 Departure

Daily Activities and Benefits:

Books/ Story Telling

Language Development

Left to Right Orientation

Listening Skills

Appreciation of Books

Blocks/ Puzzles

Eye hand coordination

Balance

Recognition of 3 Dimensional shapes

Number Concepts

Creative Work

Cutting, Pasting, Coloring, Painting, and Play dough

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Small Muscle Development

Sensory Experience

Shape and Color Exploration

Music and Rhythm Experience

Vocabulary Development

Speech Development

Sound and Rhythm Discrimination

Science and Nature Activities

Enhancing Observation Skills

Satisfies Curiosity about the all around

Outdoor Play

Motor Activities Develop Coordination

Games Develop Cooperation and Team Work

Positive Overall Health Benefits

Field Trips and Special Activities

Experiences New and Different Places

Practices Safety Skills

Learn About the World

Time to Enjoy and have extra fun!!!!!!

Admission Requirements and Enrollments Procedures

Introductory visit

I believe that children, providers and parents do best when everyone participates in a “get to know you” session prior to the 1st day. This helps children get used to the provider and allows parents plenty of time to ask

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questions to the provider. It also helps everyone feel comfortable with the new situation. This benefits the child by allowing us to approach the 1st day with ease, helping to reduce stress for everyone. Please let me know when you would like to do the first visit.

Trial Period

Trial period is used to observe your child’s adjustment to my care and talk about your concerns. I will talk with you daily about your child’s day. Please share with me any concerns you may have. This time is to decide if my childcare is the best fit for all parties.

Transition Planning

I collaborate with families to help prepare children for Kindergarten. When a child is a year away from starting Kindergarten, I complete a Kindergarten Readiness checklist to help us see what we can do together to prepare your child for Kindergarten and I help families by letting them know of times for Kindergarten Orientations and when to sign-up for Kindergarten. If a child is moving away or going to a new program, I help the child transition by preparing them for the move to their new program and their environment.

Termination of Services

There are different reasons that I may choose to terminate childcare services (ex. non-payment of childcare fees) I have only terminated service on a family based on the recommendation of an outside professional resources or specialist. These recommendations are usually made after extensive counseling; classroom observations and parent meetings have been done. If you do decide that you no long require my services, I ask that you give me a notice of one month.

Registration Fee

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Registration Fees: I require a non-refundable registration fee of $100.00 to cover administrative costs. This will be due with your enrollment forms and it will hold your position.

Tuition Fee

Birth to 3: $1100

4 and up: $900

Admission Forms

There are several forms you are required to complete prior to your child’s attendance. They are as follows:

1. Registration Forms2. Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS) – needs to be updated as

child gets shots.3. Childcare Agreement 4. Medical and Dental Plan5. All About Me6. CDC/Milestones Form

Maintaining Health Records

I will update children’s records the first of every year, so that they will stay current. I keep all file children’s records in the classroom in a filing cabinet.

Rates and Payment Plan

Rates: Rates are evaluated and may be raised annually on January 1st. A 30-day notice will be given for any rate increase. If other adjustments are needed a month notice will be given. As stated before contract rates are subject to change. The rates are on the rate sheet that is included in the parent hand book.

Payment Plan: Parents are required to pay for the time that their child is scheduled to be in care. In other words, parents are paying for

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the space whether their child is there or not. Payment for care is due by the 5th of each month. Special payment terms are negotiable on occasion and will be defined in your contract.

Holiday Pay: Fees are not reduced during months that have holidays.

Payment Penalties:

1. The fees for a late payment is $50.00. If fees remain unpaid after the 15th of the month then your child will not be admitted until all fees are paid in full.

2. The penalty for NSF checks is $50.00 plus any costs incurred by me. Cash payment is required for returned checks. You may be on a cash basis after the 2nd NSF check.

Late charges: Any person arriving after closing time without calling me will be charged $10.00 every 15 minutes.

Receipts and Taxes

1. I will give you a payment receipt when you pay for childcare.

2. You will receive an Internal Revenue Service W-10 reporting your annual childcare expenditures for the applicable tax.

Hours of Operation and Emergency

Hours and Days of Operation

The childcare program is open from 6:00 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday except for Holidays. Parents are welcome to visit their children at any time during the day.

Holidays

Childcare will be closed for the following days:

2 weeks paid annual vacation Memorial Day

Independence Day Labor Day

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Thanksgiving Day and the Day After

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (If days lay on weekend I will take the following day off.)

Vacations and Absences

1. I will give you at least 6 weeks’ notice of my vacation schedule. I will take 2 weeks’ vacation per year.

2. I will also give you plenty of notice when I need to go to Doctor or Dentist.

3. Please call and inform me when your child will not attend due to illness or other events.

4. I allow myself 6 paid sick days a year.

5. Please, advise me upon enrollment if you plan to remove your child from childcare for any length of time. (Ex. summer vacation for teachers, maternity leave etc.)

Emergency Closures

I will call as soon as possible so that you can make other arrangements for childcare if I need to close childcare because of an illness, power outages, or any other emergency.

Back-up Childcare

I recommend that you have access to an alternate childcare arrangement. You may need care if I am ill or when I am on vacation. If I am ill, you will be notified as soon as possible so that you can make other arrangements. It is always your responsibility to find back-up childcare. For a childcare referral, please call:

Childcare Resources

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206-329-5544

Business Practices

Arrival and Pick-up Instructions:

1. Children need to arrive and be picked you at their scheduled time. If your child is not picked up in time, there is an additional fee. Even though grace period will be granted in rare circumstances. (Please call me.) This will not happen all the time.

2. Please, identify on the Child Care Enrollment Forms who is authorized to pick up your child. I will not release your child to any person without your written permission or a confirmed telephone call in the case of an emergency. The person picking up your child must have identification.

3. Anyone who appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol arriving at childcare to pick up child will be asked to call someone else to pick up that child. If a person leaves with a child while they appear to be under the influence, I will call 911.

Sign in and out procedure

The authorized person picking up the child must sign in and out using their full name and time in and out. The sign out book will be kept in the classroom. If a person that I am not familiar with is picking up the child he/she must have ID and be either on the registration form or on written permission from the legal guardian.

Items Brought from Home

I ask that no toys be brought from home. Anything brought will be put up safely until the child is picked up. This policy is for the concern of all children in my care. One of the behaviors I encourage is respect

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for others this includes sharing. Often time’s children have a hard time-sharing the toys they bring from home. Also, anything brought from

home would have the potential to be damaged or misplaced. The only expectations to this policy are:

A. A special blanket or toy that will only be used during rest time to make your child more comfortable.

B. Show and Tell at times we will have “show and tell” day. I will let you know in advance when this occurs.

Insurance Coverage

It is our intention to maintain proper insurance coverage for liability that we are responsible for. I also have full coverage car insurance.

Television, Video, and Computer use

We watch television on a very limited basis. All television, video, and computer will be age appropriate, educational in nature, and will be monitored.

Transportation and Fieldtrips

1. Parents are responsible for transportation to and from my home.

2. If we take a field trip off site, you will be notified and asked to sign a permission slip. If there is a fee for a field trip, you will be notified in advance.

3. Transportation for field trips will be provided by private cars or walking.

4. I have 5 seat belts in the back seat of my car. Everyone over 8 years old is buckled always. If your child is under 8 years old, please provide a car seat/booster seat on planned field trip days. I have full coverage insurance.

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5. Children’s emergency contact and medical release forms and medical/immunization records, a first aid kit my first aid, CPR certification, and any medications needed by individual children will be taken on all field trips. Any medication administered will be recorded.

6. Parents who volunteer on field trips will not have unsupervised access to the children (excluding their own child) unless they have been prequalified with a criminal background check.

7. School age children will ride the bus to school and back. Somerset School has a bus that stops right on the corner in front of my house.

Examples of field trips include:

Walking to the Park

Going to Library

Meals and Snacks

I will provide all meals and snacks, with the exception to infant formula/breast milk and jars of baby food. You are welcome to bring your child’s favorite wholesome foods, but please plan to bring enough to share with all the children. Unless your child has special dietary needs. Regarding infants, parents need to provide a feeding schedule. Be assured that I will hold the child up right and not prop the bottle. Parents will need to provide semi solid food(s) for your child if they are transitioning from bottle to solids. There will be safe drinking water and whole milk will be served to children 12-24 months.

Meal Server/Sample Meal

Breakfast: Parents will provide child’s own breakfast. I will have milk on hand.

Lunch: Chicken and rice, green beans, apple, and milk

Snack: Cheese, crackers, and water

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Food Allergies

It is your responsibility to notify me of any allergies or adverse reactions your child may have with certain foods or beverages.

Policies for Food Brought from Home

If your child requires a special diet. It is required that you provide the food. I don’t allow home canned foods. Parents will provide all their infant’s dietary needs, such as baby cereal, formula, and jars of baby food. I ask that you supply enough formula, bottles, disposable diapers, and supplies to cover a minimum period of 72 hours in case of an emergencies.

Food Handling Practices

I will make sure that all food is handled properly and cooked properly. When reheating and cooling food I will makes sure to do it at the proper temperatures. I will make sure that all work surface that food has been on are properly sanitized before and after I prepare meals.

Dishwashing Practices

I wash dishes and utensils before I put them into the dishwasher. I use the dishwasher as a sanitizer to keep the dishes clean.

Safety of Food Containers and Preparation Area

I will put leftover food in to container with lids and with a date that it was prepared. I will clean all contains and put them through dishwasher so they are sanitized. I also make sure that all surface areas are clean and sanitized before and after preparing of meals.

Permission for Free Access

You are welcome to visit or drop in unannounced to observe your child. Please be aware, that children sometimes do not benefit from these visits. Please schedule in advance if you would like to have a meeting with me.

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Child Abuse-Reporting

As a child care provider, I will protect children from all forms of child abuse or neglect. I am required by mandatory reporting laws to report any suspected child abuse, neglect, or exploitation to Child Protective Services (CPS) or my local law enforcement agency immediately (without prior notification to the parents involved). I will also inform my licenser. All staff or volunteers in this program, as well as my family members, are trained on prevention and reporting of child abuse and neglect.

Guidance and Discipline

I do not believe in spanking, slapping or any form of corporal punishment. This type of discipline will not be used in my home at any time for any reason. Instead, I prefer the following disciplinary method and procedures to handle dangerous or hurtful offenses:

1. Rules are 1st explained and then followed up with plenty of reminders and positive reinforcement.

2. For children ages 3 and up, redirection and positive reinforcement are the only methods of discipline that will be used when necessary. There is no “time out” chair in my house as I feel that it is humiliating to the child to be sent to a “Bad Chair.”

3 If something of a more serious nature or a persistent behavior should occur, that is of concern to me. I will need to discuss it with the parent so that we can jointly decide on a course of action that can be followed at home and in my childcare. If the problem cannot be, resolved arrangements must be made for the child to receive care elsewhere.

Non-Discrimination Statement

I do not discriminate in my enrollment, hiring practices or in the care of children because of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, age socio-economic status,

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religion, differing physical or mental abilities, use of trained dog or service animal by disabled person, communication and learning styles.

Birthday, Holidays and Religious Activities

Birthdays: Please feel free to bring a special treat to share with all the children in my care on your child’s birthday. Please give some notice however, so that I may change the snack schedule for that day.

Holidays/Religion: I celebrate Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Saint Patrick’s Day, Fourth of July. I welcome opportunity to include your favorite holiday traditions in my lesson plan. If you do not want your child to participate in the lesson plan for the holiday, please let me know and I will make something different for them to do. I personally do not practice or teach any religion with the children in my care.

Care of Young Children

Separation: Sometimes children have a hard time letting parents go in the morning. Separation is hard but if you reassure them that you are ok they will be ok. The best way to separate is give love say good-bye and tell them that you will see them soon. Then I will step in and help with extra hugs.

Diapering Procedures: Parents will supply disposable diapers and wipes. Please write the child’s name of the outside of the package. Diapers will be done on a changing table, unless they are potty training. The changing table will be wiped off with anti-bacterial solution and I will wash hands in the bathroom after every diaper change.

Potty Training: When your child reaches the potty training stage, I will assist in helping with this, provided your child shows signs of emotional and physical readiness. Please do not request that I begin training your child until he/she has experienced success in your own

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home. Your child will need to stay in diapers until they can stay dry all day.

Infant Feeding: Parents will provide all their infant’s dietary need such as baby cereal, formula, and baby foods.

Naps and Rest Periods: Naps and rest for children 1-3 years will follow the schedule with other children. Infants up to 24 months will follow a schedule to be provided by the parents. The sleeping mats will be provided and infants will us a pack and play for sleep.

Infant Sleep Position: The SIDS Foundation of Washington and the Department of Health recommends placing infants to sleep on their backs, and avoid using pillows, fluffy blankets and crib bumpers. Because this has been shown to reduce the risk of SIDS. I will follow these recommendations. If a parent requests that their child sleep on their stomach, a written authorization is needed.

Healthcare Practices

Injury or medical emergency response and reporting:

1. I have First Aid /CPR and HIV aid prevention training.

2. Minor cuts, bruises and scrapes will be treated and parents will be notified upon arrival. With some minor injuries parents, will be called to help decide whether the child should go home or not.

3. In the event of serious injury or emergency. I will call 911 and administer First Aid or CPR if needed. I will then notify you as soon as possible and tell you where your child is being treated.

4. If injury results in medical treatment or hospitalization. I am required to immediately call and submit an “Injury/Incident Report’ to my Department of Social and Health Services Licenser and child’s social worker, if any. You will be given a copy.

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5. I have a Blood Boren Pathogen plan that is available for parents to review.

Medicine Management:

1. I don’t give non-prescription medications to children in my daycare.

A. Anti-histamine

B. Non-Aspirin pain relievers and fever reducers

C. Cough medicine

D. Decongestants

E. Anti-itching cream

F. Diaper ointments and powders

G. Sunscreens-(I will if needed but would like parents to apply in the morning.)

2. Prescription medication shall be administered only as directed on the label or otherwise authorized by a physician do to a medical condition.

3. Medication must be stored in the original container. The container must have the child’s name, instructions and date of expiration listed on the bottle. All medications will be stores in a locked cabinet above my sink in the kitchen. 4. Non-prescription medication not included in the categories listed above; that are asked to be taken differently than indicated on the manufacturers label, or lacking labeled instructions shall only be given if authorized in writing by a physician.

5. Any medicine taken by mouth for children under 2 will need written permission from your doctor.

6. A detailed record will be kept if all medications given at child care.

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Ill Children

1. Each child will be observed daily for signs of illness.

2. Children who are contagious must stay home. All parents of children in my care, as well as the Health Department, will be notified by phone of communicable diseases of food poisoning.

3. Please call me if your child will not be coming due to illness. Of you are unsure if your child should come or not, please call.

4. If a child should become ill during the day, you will be notified immediately and will be expected to pick up the child as soon as possible. In such event, your child will be isolated from the other children until you arrive.

5. The parent is responsible for finding substitute care in case of the child’s illness.

The following illness are not accepted in my home per instruction of the Department of the Public Health:

1. Diarrhea: Three or more watery stools in a 24 hour period, especially if the child looks or acts ill.

2. Vomiting: Vomiting on 2 or more occasions within the past 24 hours.

3. Rash: Body rash not associated with diapering, heat or allergic reactions, especially with fever or itching.

4. Eyes: Thick mucus or pus draining from the eye, or pink eye.

5. Appearance/Behavior: Usually tired, pale lack of appetite, difficult to wake, confused or irritable.

6. Sore throat: Especially if associated with fever or swollen glands in the neck.

7. Fever: Temperature of 101 degrees or higher.

8. Lice: Children who have lice may not return to daycare until they are louse and nit free.

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Please read “Keeping Your Child at Home” from the Seattle King County Department of Public Health.

Reporting and notifying conditions to public health: I am required to notify the Department of Health, my licensor, and all families of children in my care within 24 hours if there is an outbreak of a communicable disease in the child care, or in my family.

Cleaning and Disinfecting: Cleaning, sanitizing and disinfection practices include daily sanitizing all toys and eating utensils that are mouthed by children. Tables and all food prep surfaces are sanitized before and after each meal, snack or other messy play activity. Carpets within the child care space are vacuumed daily and undergo a deep clean at least once a year. Bedding, blanket, and other items used during rest time are cleaned weekly or more often if soiled.

Solution to disinfect: Weak Solution (Toys, Mats, and Food areas) 2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach to one quart of water. Strong Solution (Changing table and Bathroom areas) 2 tablespoon chlorine bleach to one quart of water.

Hand Washing Practices/Hand Sanitizers: Both children and adults will be washing our hands before and after preparing food, when handling pets, after playing outdoors, after diapering or using the toilet and whenever in contact with bodily fluids. Hand sanitizer will not be substituted when regular hand washing procedures can be practiced, and can only be used by children over 24 months and for whom I have a signed parent permission on file.

Injury Prevention: I will check daily to make sure that both indoor and outdoor play areas are safe for children and families. This means that areas will be free from broken glass, toys and equipment. All areas shall be free from hazards. All medications, cleaning product and chemicals will be inaccessible to the children.

Blood Borne Pathogen Plan: All staff caring for children in my program has completed the Blood Borne Pathogen training. When Staff

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come in direct contact with bodily fluid we will wear disposable gloves, follow proper cleaning procedures and disinfect all items and surfaces that are contaminated and then properly dispose of all waste. All persons exposed will wash hands before returning to care.

Emergency preparedness and evacuation plan: In the case of an emergency, my first responsibility is to evacuate the children to a safe place outside of the home and account for all children in attendance. After evacuation children, 911 will be notified. I will then contact all parents/guardians to arrange pick-up of children if needed. Please refer to my posted evacuation plan for a full list of details, floor plan, and gathering place outside of my home. I have practiced turning off water, power and gas. Shelving, furniture and heavy objects on high shelves have been secured to protect against falling. I continually check my home for potential hazards. Should my home become in habitable in a disaster, the children and I will be located at the front of the home by big trees if possible.

Fire Evacuation: I have a fire evacuation plan posted and we will practice for evacuation (fire drill) monthly. Please look at the plan so you are aware of our fire evacuation procedures.

Earthquake and Lockdown: We will practice earthquake drills quarterly, and lock down drill annually. If I am notified by law enforcement of a lockdown situation, we will lock all doors and windows, and notify you immediately. The lockdown will continue until I am notified by law enforcement that it is safe to leave the facility.

Emergency supplies include: In the case of disaster of any kind. I have prepared my home for evacuation the children and have emergency supplies for up to 72 hours.

A. Drinking water

B. Non-perishable food

C. First aid supplies

D. Battery operated radio

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E. Flashlight and extra batteries

F. Fire Extinguisher

G. Diapers and Formula for infants

H. Emergency documents and phone numbers

I. Garbage bags

J. Children’s Med.

K. Attendance Book

Staffing Plan

I will maintain the State required staff to child ratios always. If I need to be absent for any amount of time, you will be notified. Any staff who covers for me in my absence will meet all State requirements to care for the children, and fully trained per State requirements and on the policies and procedures of our program. You may ask for access to our staff training and professional development records. If I need to be absent for a long period, you will be notified in writing.

Staffing when Provider is Absent:

I will remain open during normal operation time provided I have individual who is familiar with policies and procedures, also certified in First Aid/CPR and meets all other state requirements. Should a reason arise when I must be absent from childcare I would request each family to have a back-up childcare provider. If it is necessary to close during our normal operating time, I will attempt to provide each parent with a 2 week notice or endeavor to give a minimum of a 24-hour notice in the event of an emergency absence.

Confidentiality Policy including when information may be shared

Information about children in the program will remain confidential. You have the right to access your child’s records. Anything of a sensitive nature will be shared outside of the presence of the children.

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Checklist of Child Care Supplies

I provide blankets and mats for rest time, but if have one that is special it is ok to bring. This are things that you need to provide for your child.

You Provide:

1. Bottles

2. Bottle Liners

3. Formula

You Provide cont.:

4. Nipples

5. Diapers

6. Wipes

7. Pacifiers

8. Toilet training diapers

9. Change of clothes

10. Cold weather clothes

No Smoking Policy

Smoking is not permitted in my home during all hours of operation (licensed or unlicensed spaces) or in my vehicle while transporting children. This policy applies to all persons on the premises, regardless of their purpose for being there. Federal law prohibits smoking within 25 feet of the premises.

Drugs and Alcohol

No illegal drugs are allowed on the premises. Alcohol may not be consumed during business hours. No one under the influence of drugs or alcohol may be in the presence of the children at any time. Any alcohol in the home will be stored inaccessible to the children.

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Guns or Weapons

I do not have any guns, weapons of ammunition in my home.

Admission Requirements and Enrollment Procedures

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