9.2.3
Classroom Aide Chapter 3
CA Training Ch 3 Part 1 Pedestrian Safety:
This training focuses on Drop Off and Pick Up procedures for children.
- Drop-off/Pick-up procedures are designed to set a clear system that will ensure the safety of children during drop-off and pick-up procedures.
Click on the link below for more pedestrian safety procedures:
Pedestrian Safety SOP
CA Training Ch 3 Part 2 Drop Off/Pick Up Procedures:
Shasta Head Start is legally responsible to ensure the safety of all enrolled children. This includes receiving authorization from the legal parent or guardian designating in writing who has permission to pick up their child from school or in case of an emergency
- Drop-off/Pick-up procedures are designed to set a clear system that will ensure the safety of children during drop-off and pick-up procedures.
Click on the link below for an overview of the required procedures for student arrival and dismissal:
Drop Off/Pick Up Procedures SOP
Click on the link below for more specific policies regarding the release of children. Please read them carefully:
Safe and Appropriate Release of Children Policy
CA Training Ch 3 Part 2 Observation:
Take a moment to answer the following questions in your learning path binder:
How are parents greeted as they walk in?
How do staff note child attendance? Where is the sign-in log? What directions are children given during this time?
What are other things you observe related to drop-off?
CA Training Ch 3 Part 3 Greeting Children/Families:
Everything you do to get to know families will help you welcome them. Families who feel welcome in your classroom are likely to return and to become involved in the program.
- The classroom environment you create and the ways you introduce the program can make families feel that they belong and that you appreciate their role in their children’s development and learning.
Click on the link below for information on how you can make our families feel welcome everyday:
Greeting Families SOP
CA Training Ch 3 Part 3 Observation:
Take a moment to answer the following questions in your learning path binder:
How did staff members greet parents?
What conversations did you observe? How were children greeted when they arrived? Were there any positive phrases used that made families feel welcome? How did families react?
CA Training Ch 3 Part 4 Daily Health Check:
Upon arrival at the center, each child is greeted and staff performs a brief assessment of his/her physical well-being.
- Staff should consult the Health Manual Communicable Disease Policies for management of any unusual symptoms. A hard copy of the health manual is available at each center.
Click on the link below for an overview of what the Daily Health Check looks like:
Daily Health Check SOP
For more information on specific symptoms please click on the link below to read through part of our Health Manual:
Health Manual Communicable Diseases Policy
CA Training Ch 3 Part 4 Activity:
Take a moment to complete part one of the Site Scavenger Hunt in your learning path binder.
CA Training Ch 3 Part 5 Hand Washing Procedures:
Consistent hand washing procedures are vital to the health and wellbeing of staff and children.
- Take time to read and practice proper hand washing procedures. These procedures are aligned with Universal Precautions and benefit everyone!
- Be sure to model this method for children whenever possible.
Click on the link below for specific steps for proper hand washing:
Handwashing Procedures SOP
- Now go give it a try. Wash your hands!
CA Training Ch 3 Part 5 Observation:
Take a moment to answer the following questions in your learning path binder:
List the events that prompted handwashing by staff and children.
Are children using a method for handwashing? How long are they washing?
How many times did you wash your hands today?
What are other things you observe related to handwashing?
CA Training Ch 3 Part 6 Meals:
Shasta Head Start mealtimes follow a “Family Style Eating” structure.
- The objective of mealtime is to promote child wellness by providing nutrition and encouraging positive attitudes towards healthy foods.
- Eating together with friends, parents, and staff provides an opportunity to learn about different foods, practice manners, to have conversations, and to enjoy mealtime with others.
Click on the link below an overview of the many procedures that all come together for a successful mealtime:
Meals SOP
CA Training Ch 3 Part 6 Observation:
Take a moment to answer the following questions in your learning path binder:
How do children know it’s mealtime?
What is done before children sit down at the table?
What do adults do while the children are eating?
How do children ask for food? What conversations do you hear?
How are children dismissed? What are other things you observe related to mealtime?
CA Training Ch 3 Part 6 Activity:
Take a moment to complete part two of the Site Scavenger Hunt in your learning path binder.
CA Training Ch 3 Part 7 Bathroom Procedures:
Shasta Head Start has determined that supervision of children in bathrooms must be conducted by Shasta Head Start Staff Only.
- There are strict rules in place to keep children safe and healthy.
- Specifics on procedures can vary depending upon the age and developmental level of the child. Be sure you are familiar with what is appropriate for the children in your care.
Click on the link below for bathroom policies:
Bathroom Procedures SOP
CA Training Ch 3 Part 8 Tooth Brushing:
Caregivers/teachers should promote the habit of regular tooth brushing.
- Regular tooth brushing with fluoride toothpaste is encouraged to reinforce oral health habits and prevent gingivitis and tooth decay.
- Staff is encouraged to role model tooth brushing by brushing their own teeth with the children.
To learn more about oral hygiene and tooth brushing procedures for infants, toddlers and preschoolers click the link below:
Tooth Brushing SOP
CA Training Ch 3 Quiz:
Take a moment to click on the following link for a short competency quiz:
Quiz Link