Family Handbook
What curriculum do we use?
Learning Beyond Paper
How often will we have staff meetings moving forward?
Once a month
How Long is the probationary period?
90 days
How often do we have to do name to face?
Per the state, every time we move.
The Pillars requires us to do name to face each hour
Who should have a classroom schedule?
EVERYONE!
When can we use corporal punishment?
NEVER
50 bonus if you wrote it in all caps.
How long before your shift starts are you expected to notify a member of admin (Azaria or Cheyenne)?
A minimum of 2 hours.
What is an acceptable notice to give when you are planning to leave?
To support a smooth transition and maintain positive relationships, we kindly request a minimum of two weeks’ written notice upon resignation so we can prepare for shift coverage, part on good terms, and provide a positive reference whenever possible
What age group must have a dedicated exterior exit door?
30 months and under.
What do you need to know when licensing walks in
Your name, how many children you have, and what age group you have.
What is the policy on screentime?
NONE for children under 2
1 hour per day for children 2 and up and it must be aligned with the curriculum.
Tell me 3 things from the dresscode
Pillars T-shirts
Shorts no more than 3 inches above your knee
Jeans/joggers/slacks
Closed toed shoes
NO Neon colored hair
No hoops on your face
Is babysitting the children in our care permitted by the Pillars?
No
Wording from the handbook: It is not acceptable for team members to engage in extracurricular babysitting jobs from current and former family members at any of our schools. Our teachers are childcare professionals and deserve to be treated as such.
What are the ratios for each classroom?
Infants 1:5
Toddlers 1:6
2s: 1:8
3s: 1:12
4s 1:17
BONUS 50 extra: 5-6:1-25 6-12: 1:34
How many colors of shirts do we offer at the Pillars?
5
What is our policy on physical activity? (how much time should each group get)
Toddlers will get 60 minutes of outdoor playtime a day (weather permitting)
Young Preschool and Preschool children will get 90 minutes of outdoor playtime a day (weather permitting)
What is the cell phone policy?
"To ensure that every child receives the full attention and presence they deserve, personal cell phones and other mobile devices (e.g., smart watches, tablets, laptops) must not be used while supervising children or in active classroom spaces." To ensure active supervision and child safety, the use of personal devices, such as earbuds, smartwatches, and other electronic accessories, is prohibited during any period of child supervision.
In other words: Cell phones are not permitted in the classroom. Ear buds are also not permitted in the classroom. This does include nap time.
How quickly should you report a safety hazard?
Immediately
How many teachers have to be in the school at all times?
2
What should nap time be used for?
Teacher planning, teacher lunch breaks and observing the children.
Name 3 reasons we can send a sick child home?
Temp over 100
2+ diarrhea in 24 hours
2+ vomits in 24 hours
Undiagnosed profuse rash or blisters
Swelling, redness, or throbbing.
What is the open-door policy?
We believe that open communication leads to better outcomes for our team, our children, and our community. We welcome your input, ideas, and feedback as we continuously strive to improve the way we work and serve
What days do you use PTO for?
Any absence outside of bereavement, FMLA, Jury Duty, Military Leave,
How many people with CPR must be in the building at all times?
1
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What is the name of the owner of the Pillars (hint you met him at your culture party)
Geren Anderson