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The fears and frustrations of choosing a child care center can be overwhelming at times. Contact us today and we will provide you with "Nine 'Must Ask' Questions" To Relieve Your Stress and Worry When Choosing a Child Care Provider.
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Junior Camp Counselor Guidelines
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Working with Children
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- Junior Counselors are expected to remain in the presence of a full-time staff member at all times (i.e. during field trips, group time and on the playground).
- Junior Counselors are never allowed to open or close the center.
- Junior Counselors are never allowed to release children to parents or guardians.
- Junior Counselors must always be accompanied by a regular staff member when leaving the building, grounds, etc... with a group of children.
- In case of an emergency, Junior Counselors should notify the room teachers and/or director.
- Junior Counselors may not discipline children. This is the responsibility of the regular room teacher.
- Junior Counselors should be aware of daily activities and are encouraged to share their ideas with the room teachers.
- Junior Counselors cannot pick up and/or carry children.
- Junior Counselors cannot diaper children.
- Junior Counselors must be actively involved with the children at all times (i.e. get down on the floor, read stories, listen to the children, offer your lap, etc).
- Remember that the children are looking up to you as an adult role model. They are watching your behavior and listening to your words all the time.
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Working with Staff
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- Familiarize self with room, materials, supplies and toy location.
- Consult with room teachers about emergency procedures.
- If you have ANY questions, please ASK before you act.
- Be an active observer of other teachers and follow their lead.
- Junior Counselor are expected to be prompt in arrival.
- Be respectful of co-workers, treat them like you would like to be treated.
- Keep in mind that you are a "teacher in training", be open to suggestions, this could be a valuable learning experience for you.
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Working with Parents
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- When working with parents, introduce yourself immediately (smile, be friendly and approachable), yet be respectful.
- Wear your name badge to identify yourself to parents as a Junior Counselor.
- Junior Counselors may not relay information to parents about their children. This is the responsibility of the room teachers.
- Be aware that parents are welcome to visit their children at any time (we encourage it).
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