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What it's the Staff ratios in the toddler room ?
2.217 REQUIRED STAFF AND SUPERVISION
14. Staff-Child Ratios
1 staff member to 5 toddlers
SUN PROTECTION
2.514 SUN PROTECTION A. The center must obtain written authorization and instructions from the parent(s) or guardian(s) for the application of sunscreen or the use of another form of parent(s) or guardian(s) approved sun protection with a full-spectrum UVA/UVB rating of SPF thirty (30) or greater to their children's exposed skin prior to outside play year-round
Staff have to document that they applied the suncreen and write the time too
Is it ok to put on a short educational video during lunch?
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B. Screen Time and Media Use
1. Screen time, which includes, television, recorded media, computer, tablet, cell phones, video games, and other media devices, is prohibited for children less than two (2) years of age.
2. Screen time is prohibited during snack or meal times.
How often should you change the water in the sensory table and other materials?
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Sensory Tables:
Sensory tables, and other play tables shall be maintained in a clean and sanitary manner. Sensory tables when filled with water shall be emptied after each use by each group of children or at least daily. If organic materials are used in sensory tables, the materials may be used for a maximum of one week and then the materials should be discarded.
How often should a changing station be cleaned?
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Changing tables, stations, or mats shall be kept clean and in good repair and shall be cleaned and disinfected after each use with a single use towel
Can toddlers are allow to have access to their diaper supplies and disinfecting solutions
A. Diapering
2.222 PERSONAL HYGIENE
b. Have a place inaccessible to children for storing all diaper change supplies and disinfecting solutions and products;
Is it ok to talk to other staff with your back to the children on the playground?
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A. General 1. All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise.
Is it ok to combine mixed age groups (1-3, 3-5) or use a pre-k classroom for toddlers?
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3. Rooms licensed for specific ages of children cannot be used for other ages of children without the prior written approval of the licensing authority
How far apart do cots have to be placed at nap time and do they need to be sanitized daily?
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1. Cots or pads must be spaced at least two (2) feet apart on all sides during rest time. Children must have a safe area in which to rest that is easily supervised, out of the path of traffic, and free of hazards.
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Mattresses or covers, mats and cots should be cleaned and sanitized when used by children or whenever soiled.
Can you use diaper cream as a preventative?
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11. Topical preparations such as petroleum jelly, diaper rash ointments, sunscreen, insect repellent, and other ointments may be administered to children with written authorization from the parent(s)/guardian(s). These preparations may not be applied to open wounds or broken skin unless there is a written order by the prescribing health care provider.
Can toddlers be without suppervition ?
2.223 PHYSICAL CARE AND SUPERVISION A. General 1. All children must be under the direct supervision at all times of a qualified adult who has been assigned the responsibility to supervise.
When only a couple kids are still at the snack table, is it ok for the adult to get up and start cleaning.
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7. Staff members must sit with the children and encourage them to try a variety of food served. During meals, children should be encouraged to engage in conversation
What are the transition protocols when moving a class from one environment to another?
*Head count before leaving and after arriving to new location.
*One teacher at the front of the line, and one teacher at the end of the line.
*Scan for threats or broken equipment.
If there is a child who does not fall asleep, when should they be allowed to wake up?
b. Quiet activities must be available for children who do not sleep during the thirty (30) minute period. c. Children who do not sleep after thirty (30) minutes must be allowed to move to another area and be provided with quiet toys and equipment to play with such as puzzles or books; and, d. Children who fall asleep must be allowed to leave their napping area within ten minutes of waking.
At what age should you start teaching hand washing at school? And when and how often should kids be washing their hands?
B. Staff members and children toddler-aged and older shall wash their hands at the following times:
1. Upon arrival for the day and after breaks;
2. When caregivers move from caring for one group/classroom of children to another;
3. Before and after: a. Preparing food or beverages; b. Eating, handling food, or feeding a child; c. Giving medication, applying a medical ointment or cream or administering first aid; and, d. Setup or use of a sensory table.
4. After: a. Using the toilet or assisting a child with toileting;
b. Diapering each child;
c. Handling body fluids;
d. Handling animals or cleaning up animal waste; e. Coming in from outdoors; f. Cleaning or handling garbage; and,
g. At any other time that hands become soiled.
D. Rest Time and Equipment
4. In the toddler room, a crib, sleeping cot, or two (2) inch mat must be provided for each child, and there must be a minimum of two (2) feet between each crib or cot. Aisles between cots or cribs must be kept free of all obstructions while cribs are occupied. No child less than the age of two (2) years should use a cot for sleeping without written permission of the parent or guardian.
Is it ok to show kids things off of your cell phone?
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E. When caring for children, staff must refrain from the personal use of electronics including, but not limited to, cell phones and portable electronic devices.
What are the requirements for a field trip including walks that are off of school property?
What are the requirements for a field trip including walks that are off of school property?
*Parent permission for each child for each field trip even walks.
*bring parent contact info, meds, first aid kit.
*tell your director where you are going and when
*take a cell phone in case of an emergency
If it is raining you do not need to provide gross motor for the kids. True or False.
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2. Daily physical gross motor activities, with or without equipment or materials, must be provided outdoors, or indoors during inclement weather, to children toddler age and older for no less than sixty (60) minutes total for full day programs.
Can 2 children share a cubby, or a staff member use it to leave their personal items in?
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Individual storage. Separate identified storage areas shall be provided for each child's personal effects and clothing. Individual cubicles, lockers, coat hooks, drawers, or closet space shall be provided for storage of coats, hats, and other personal items. Staff members personal effects and clothing shall be stored separately and be inaccessible to children.
Feeding the Toddler
2.224 FOOD AND NUTRITION
1. Staff members must either feed toddlers or supervise them when they are eating, and children must be encouraged to try a variety of food served. 2. Toddlers must be sitting when eating or drinking.
What is an example for a proper environment at nap time?
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2. In rooms used for napping, the lighting must be dim at nap time to promote an atmosphere conducive to sleep but must be bright enough for supervision of children.
Where is it ok to post pictures of class photos?
G. Posting of any personal information or photos of children on social media or advertisement without written parental consent is prohibited.
If a child is in a diaper how often should they be checked?
Changing. Diapers shall be checked for wetness or feces at least every two hours, or whenever a child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled or wet diaper.
What animals are not allowed in the classroom?
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Prohibited Animals: Psittacine birds, ferrets, primates, poisonous reptiles, poisonous fish, poisonous amphibians, snakes greater then 6 ft in length, aggressive animals and fish, wild caught animals or any other animals that pose a hazard to the health of the children shall be prohibited in the child care facility. Reptiles and amphibians shall be prohibited in classrooms with children under five years old.