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Day care observation check-list<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Do the caregivers speak eye-to-eye with the children?<\/span>
\n Are the children’s needs quickly met even during busy times?<\/span>
\n What are the qualifications of the caregivers?<\/span>
\n Is there regular communication between the providers and the parents about what the children do?<\/span>
\n Are unannounced visits encouraged or even permitted?<\/span>
\n Is the facility bright and cheerful?<\/span>
\n Are the toys and materials in good condition and adequately organized?<\/span>
\n Are the books in easy reach of the children?<\/span>
\n Is there a fenced-in outdoor play area with a variety of safe equipment?<\/span>
\n Does the schedule provide a balance of unstructured play time, group time, activity time and quiet time?<\/span>
\n What are the discipline procedures?<\/span>
\n Does the program meet state licensing requirements?<\/span>
\n Do the children seem happy, busy and well cared for?<\/span>
\n What was your immediate reaction to the setting, staff and program?<\/span><\/p>\n

Interview Questions<\/h2>\n

You may find the following questions useful when interviewing caregivers:<\/span><\/p>\n

What is your experience with…?<\/span>
\nChoose appropriate questions based on your particular needs such as changing diapers, children’s outdoor activities, or homework support.<\/span>
\nWhat is the longest amount of time you have regularly cared for children in one day?<\/span>
\nHow can you make bedtime fun and easy?<\/span>
\nWhat do you do when a child gets angry and doesn’t listen?<\/span>
\nWhat can you do if two children want your attention at the same time?<\/span>
\nWhat activities do you like to do with children?<\/span>
\nWhat would be a good snack for a child in the afternoon?<\/span>
\nHow would you respond if the children do not want to do what you have planned?<\/span>
\n(live-in specific question) Have you lived away from home before?<\/span>
\n(live-in specific question) What do you like to do in your free time?<\/span><\/p>\n

Building a relationship with your caregiver<\/h2>\n

Create a relationship of mutual respect.<\/span>
\nAgree on a schedule and stick to it.<\/span>
\nKeep communication open.<\/span>
\nAddress problems as they arise.<\/span>
\nIf your caregiver was placed by an agency and you are having a problem, the agency may be able to assist you. Au pair counselors expect to be called upon to help resolve issues and are trained in mediation. If you are dissatisfied with care at a day care center, make an appointment to discuss the problem with the director.<\/span><\/p>\n

As with any long-term relationship, you need to display genuine personal interest in your caregiver.<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep in mind that a happy caregiver increases the likelihood of happy and safe children.<\/span><\/p>\n

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