Communication
What is the main classroom method of communication that we use with the parents.
KidReport
Name the two curriculums we provide here at WTA.
Ascend and Abeka
How often should your classroom and the materials in it be disinfected/bleached?
Bonus point: When should this occur?
Twice
1. Daily at nap time - soap water and then bleach/water solution
2. Bleach spray at classroom closure
When transitioning how many checks should be performed and where?
4. Inside, outside, outside, inside.
When should you know how may children you have and their whereabouts without referencing paperwork or NtF
ALWAYS!!!!!
Name the 4 daily methods of communication that you can use with parents from your classroom.
1.KidReports
2.Classroom Email
3.Phone
4. Face to Face
How often should Lesson Plans be made? And how often should they be implemented
Made weekly
Implemented daily
If children are sitting for an activity what is the maximum amount of time they can remain seated
Bonus Point: How long can children be sitting/waiting during a transition time with no activity
15 minute sitting
Bonus: Never
How often should personal care of the children occur? E.g diapers, noses, bathroom
Every 2 hours at minimum or as needed
At what temperature is it too cold or too hot to go outside
Above 95 degrees and below 32 degrees, when it is not raining
When communcating an incident/issue to a parent what method should be used
Positive/Negative/Positive
The Oreo Method
When are lesson plans due and who do you turn them in to?
They are due the second Wednesday of every month for the following month. They are to be brought to Lyndsay by noon with a supply list!
How many centers should you have in your classroom and name four.....
8: Homeliving, Blocks, Science, Art, Music, Cozy, Privacy and Manipulatives
Name five things that should not be out, in, or in reach of your children in your classrooms.
1. Cell phones
2. Hot drinks (Coffee!)
3. Allergy related food items such as nuts and cinnamon
4. Personal items such as purses or bags
5. Office supplies such as scissors, staplers, glue guns, laminator
6. Exposed cords for radios, speakers, lamps
7. Art supplies that say "Keep out of Reach of Children" or that do not say "non-toxic" such as permanent markers, non-washable paint or liquid glues
8. Cleaning supplies!
9.
List 2 steps should be taken to ensure adequate Playground supervision
1. Complete NtF check
2. Ensure you are watching/playing with children at all times
3. Occupy 'zones' on the playground. Do not stand bunched up with co-teachers
4. Walk in a opposite, rotating pattern, with co-teacher to ensure there are no blindspots
Should anything about your personal lives be communicated with the parents?
No. Only things relevent to their child should be communicated to the parents.
What are the 3 best ways to showcase the curriculum to current and prospective parents
1. Art work in classroom and hallways
2. Evidence of Learning descriptors in hallways and classroom to correspond with hanging artwork/activities
3. Descriptons in KidReports of the activity and what skills were used
Name 3 best practices you can use to help with Transitions
1.Prepare them physically and mentally
2. Give the children a warning before the change will happen
3. Give a warning that current activity will be ending soon. Do not stop abruptly.
4. Use songs/rhymes/games to make transition smoother
List the three best practices for line of sight.
1. Actively walk around the classroom and playground
2. Classroom arrangement-eliminate blind spots
3. Never turn your back on the children
List the 1:1 ratio for each classroom currently
Infants-1:4
Toddlers and Twoddlers-1:6
Preschool A-1:7
Preschool B-1:9
Pre-K-1:9
Jr. K-1:16
When should a run down of the childs day be given and who should give it?
Everyday!!
Whoever the child is picked up from
When should coloring sheets/activity pages be used for an activity/curriculum?
Abeka Only
1.When should your classroom look presentable, visit ready and 2. who is responsible for the condition and cleanliness of your room?
1. Beginning of day, anytime it is empty e.g. playground, end of day
2. Yourself