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Yes the confidentiality code was broken. Before she posted the child's phone number she should have made sure it was okay with the parent. Also giving information to other parents about who the biter is in the classroom is not allowed. They should have had a meeting concerning the child prior to his first day so that everyone was on the same page on how to deal with the child or put any concerns out there to get answers. As a teacher they should not talk about other children and their problems in front of them. Children can understand mostly what you mean and not understand where your coming from. The mother tried to make is transition easy as possible an none of the teachers worked with him at all nor did they help him to get acquainted with the children. The discussion at the restaurant was not necessary because you never know who is listening so that again is breaking confidentiality. The director needs to take better charge and have everyone on the same page.As a parent i would not have my child go to a facility like that. When a teacher acts like that it is not professional nor gives me confidence that my child is safe and taken good care of in there care therefore I would find a better facility.

Journal 5

Staff Meeting Agenda: 2/17/2013

Announcements: 
Prayer
Birthdays for the Month
Awards for seeing outstanding work done by teachers
Changes in Curriculum for the Month
Upcoming Meetings/ Training Sessions

Concerns:
Cell Phone Usage
Cleaning
Any Issues Needed to be addressed by staff

Topic of Discussion:
What to do if a intruder enters the building: Safety Procedures

Staff meeting are very important because it helps to keep all staff aware and updated on any changes made that month and it also helps for an open discussion if any staff member has questions or concerns that need to be addressed.

Journal 4

1.     How does it feel when someone does not use your name, gives you the cold shoulder, does not make eye contact and only greets you with complaints?

It is hard to work with someone that comes across rude by not making eye contact when speaking to you but is always negative and people feel like they just give them the cold shoulder and don't care. I think that some people who may be shy come across like that. For example we had a new girl start at the center I currently work for she worked the same shift as me and every time anyone tried to talk to her we either did not get a reply or it was just a one or two word short answer. We actually gave up on talking to her because they way she carried herself came across very rude to people. About after a month of her working with us she started getting into conversations with people and making eye contact and being involved and we found out how sweet and down to earth she was. Our first judgement of her were off and it make us feel bad for judging her as fast as we did. My mom always said don't judge a book by it's cover and in this case she was right. I know have a new friend we just had to give her time to get out of her shell and become comfortable with us. 

But I have also encouraged other teachers that are not their for the children working at the daycare is just a job and their demeanor and attitude make for a lousy work environment. They didn't care about feeding or playing with the children it was more about them and the drama in their lives. They only greeted you if you were one of them and gave others that they felt were inferior to the the cold shoulder and were just plain rude.

People in any environment just need to learn to be professional leave all your problems at home and come to work for the same reason. "The Children" they are what is important.

Journal 3

Handling Conflict in a daycare setting:

It is always good to have your childcare center's handbook easily accessible. You may have a situation with a parent bringing an item to the center that is not allowed and having the handbook to show proof of the policies is vital to making sure all parties are on the same page and understand the rules and the purpose of them.
In any situation at the center whether is because of a teacher or parent the handbook help to keep everyone safe and on the same page. Also explain to them why the policy don't make them feel stupid like they should have already have known. People are busy and when they buy cupcakes with nuts at a nut free facility they are not doing that on purpose they just may like that cupcake and are not thinking about all the policy's. Or a teacher that wants a schedule change just to get off early just explain to the m you will try to work with their new schedule but the center hired them to work later hours so they may not be able to accommodate the new schedule but would try.
Communication is key in a daycare not only to parents and teachers but also for the children. You are with children most of the day and most of the time the entire week. Speaking to them in a soft and understanding tone lets them know they are safe and then they will feel secure making everyone happy. Make sure everyone is one the same page keep parents and teachers notified of any new changes and keep a positive attitude. That makes you a happy environment and keeps conflict away!

Journal 2 creating an effective communication strategy

Parents and childcare providers play a key role together in the development of a child. By using a couple of different  communication techniques, together we can help lay a foundation for a child to develop solid language skills.

• Talk at a child's level
• ask open ended questions
• Be patient and show interest

It is important that your childcare business takes the necessary steps to effectively communicate with parents.

1. When enrolling new children encourage the parents to being they children up so they can get introduced and have a feel for the new environment to help both the parent and child with the transition period into the program.

2. Have signs posted around the center  that invite parents to visit your program and observe at any time.  Also have a board created for any news going on in the center or a box for parents to put questions or concerns.

3.  Get the  parents involved in program planning.

• Ask parents to donate needed items for parties
• Invite parents to offer field trip ideas 
• Share menu ideas
• Serve on PTA
• Share their family cultures and incorporate into your curriculum

My name is Michelle I work for FCCCC in Edmond Oklahoma. I am the lead in the infant room. I found my passion for children the day my first child was born. Since I could not stay home with her I decided on a career change and started working at the center. I soon realized that working with children was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life so I made the decision to enroll at OSU OKC at get my associates and will continue my education at UCO to receive a B.A. in Family and Life. Education is important to me for a couple of reasons. First to show my children the importance of getting their education and it also benefits me in the classroom with the infants. Each semester I have learned something new and it has help to benefit the children in my care. It takes a special person to be in this field and I am glad to be apart of it.