Family Engagement
Does West Harlem send a monthly calendar to our families?
Yes! At the beginning of each month, our Family Workers send out a calender with events and details for each month.
When are recertificaitons due?
Families are required to recertify by the 15th of each month.
What curriculum do we utilize in our child care network?
Creative Curriculum
How often are we supposed to do extensive cleaning?
Once a month
How often are we supposed to do extensive cleaning?
On a monthly basis
What is the first thing a child care provider should do when a child arrives in their program?
Greet them warmly and find ways to make them feel comfortable.
Can providers schedule an enrollment to be conducted at the office?
No, Fmaily Workers schedule all enrollments.
Which developmental milestone involves a child learning to say their first words?
Language Development
What must occur on daily basis for staff and children upon arrival, departure, and periodically throughout the day?
Health Checks
While sleeping, Infants through 12 months of age are required to be placed
Flat on his or her back to sleep unless there is documentation from a health care provider presented by the parent.
Why is it important to create a partnership with families in child care settings?
To provide a consistent and supportive environment for the child’s development.
Do we take HRA and ACS vouchers?
Yes, West Harlem takes both but we are not able to take cases that are recieving cash assistance.
At what age do children begin to develop social skills such as sharing and taking turns?
Children typically develop this skill when they are two years older.
How often are you required to complete fire drills?
Monthly.
Until this is returned, a new staff member cannot be left alone with children
Fingerprint results or Central Register Database Check
What is one way to maintain good communication with parents about their child's progress?
Providing regular updates, like daily reports or meetings
What is the minimun number of children a provider can have enrolled, what is the maximum amount of children?
Minumum is 2
Maximum depends on your license.
What term refers to the ability to understand and manage one's own emotions and recognize the emotions of others?
Self Regulation
How many training hours must a child care provider and assistant have?
30 Hours
What is a liquid that you can offer to children throughout the day to help with dehydration?
Water
How should child care providers approach a situation when a parent expresses concern about their child's behavior?
Remaining calm, listening actively, and discussing possible solutions together?
Please name all of the current members of our Family Workers team.
Ms. Falco, Ms. Campoverde and Ms. Coulibaly
When a child expresses frustration, what is one strategy that a child care provider can use to help them cope?
Offering them a calm space or trying to distraction.
How often are you required to get fingerprinted by the NYC DOHMH?
Every 5 years
What does the acronym "CPR" stand for, and why is it important for child care providers to be certified?
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and it’s important for emergency situations.