write your vision for working with families in child care.?
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Why can't you use the one and only magic word accompanying your request. It would make it a pleasure to follow it.
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We do a lot of charity work as a family. I agree with you - it's a great idea to teach your kids while they're young that we have a responsibility to help other people. It gives me hope that the next generation will be decent, compassionate human beings and care about more than just themselves.
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hold up/display images of symbols that your kids would be able to easily guess i.e. the mcdonalds arches, the nike swoosh, peace sign, the man/woman you always see on the restroom door, etc.  this will get kids warmed up to the notion that ideas can be symbolized by something other than the words for those ideas, also that they are surrounded by symbolism everyday, everywhere (this always help to counter the "where am i ever gonna use this" complaint).\n\nnext, display for the class an object that would be easy to use in symbolizing many things.  i'll sugggest a rock.  have them describe the characteristics of a rock - strong, hard, dirty, ordinary... on one side of a chart.  then, as a class have them brainstorm other things/people that share some of these characteristics on the other side.\n\nthird, have a bunch of slips of paper in a hat/bucket/whatever, with each slip having something on it like tree, bird, phone, stairs, bench, etc...  have each student pull out a slip of paper from the hat.  have students brainstorm the characteristics of their object, and then characteristics of themselves (may be helpful to have a framework for this - like a worksheet that says "looks like", "smells like", "sounds like" etc. for both object and student).  have students come up with ways their object could symbolize them.\n\nhave students share their symbolisms with the class
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I try to look at my children the way I think God looks at me, I have learned that the relationship is very similar and I think this is by design.\n\nI give my kids guidelines and tell them what I expect from them, I explain to them that I will provide for their needs and love them no matter what, but they have to follow certain rules.\n\nI give them chores to do, I require them to take responsibility for there rooms and I asked them to do extra work to earn an allowance.\n\nI punish them when they get out of line and I praise them every day for the things they do right. I show them by example how life should be lived and I explain to them when I make mistakes.\n\nI on occasion forgive them without punishment to teach them mercy. I teach them respect for themselves and for others, and I also teach them to be careful and not to except everything at face value.\n\nI also learned early on with my first child that God uses our children to teach us much more than we will ever be able to teach our kids. \n\nSociety will tell us many things about our kids, but follow Gods example and you will have wonderful kids.
685398
work with children.......you will learn quickly how to be patient
626151
There so many options you could take.  First focus on how you want to apply what you learn.  As a child psychologist, or a pupil service attendant, or what about working with social services focusing on a certain age group of children, elementary, middle or High school.  What ever you choose YEAH for you.  That is a definite field that needs people who really care and want to make a difference.  In California there is a program in LA connected with LA Works.  They are advocates for children.  Call them and maybe you could do some volunteer work to help you really focus in on what your heart desires.  Best of luck to you!
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To make a success of self-employment you have to be fired up with something that you are passionate about or which uses your skills to the full. I honestly believe that if you are asking for ideas, then you are not ready for self-employment.\n\nIf you want to work with children, why not qualify as a nursery nurse or childcare worker. Nurseries and pre-schools are crying out for qualified staff; and if you find it's for you, then you can consider becoming an independent childminder.
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You'll have to start by working with Child Care Services. To start, you have to purchase a licensing packet and attend a free orientation class (pre-registration required). These are held monthly. Once you get all that done, then you can start working through the packet. Depending on what kind of day care center you want to provide (group day care, family day care, or child care learning center), click on the "Rules and Regulations" link on the left side of the page via the link below. \n\nGood luck!
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I'm about to embark on that at the moment. I have 4 children and they are all at school now. I am currently studying at college for my business administration certificate 3 and then I can do more courses as I see fit to build my skills. I have worked and owned my own business before but had a break to raise the kids. I am hoping to get a job in 2007. Good Luck and happy juggling work and home.
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I have answered this before, After facing and surviving cancer 3 years now I have spent many nights with this on my mind.\n\nI would write a Letter to each of my children telling them how much I love them, encouraging them to continue to pursue their dreams. I would recall some of the funny and fun things I treasure about each of them. I would remind them of who to turn to for comfort and support. I would write a similar letter to my husband thanking him for his love and devotion and wishing him happiness in the future. I would visit my father. I would make a dinner for all the friends that can make it and enjoy one more evening in their company. I would leave my important papers and wishes where they can be found. I would snuggle with the children on the couch before their bed time, share one last story. then I would spend the rest of the evening in my husbands embrace, and say a prayer and hope to pass in a way that is not too traumatic for those who are left behind me.
364993
Topics of personal vision for your life need to include.  Physical, spiritual, educational, family life, career, financial, and vacation.
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It would be like what I WISH I could of learned in school - (how to have a cush life!) I would choose a family/single mom/young couple... and turn their whole life around! Starting from the inside out. I'd do like a different class everyday: like Mon. would be like "Lets get rid of all of your childhood demons" and Tues would be like "Lets figure out what your dream job is - and how to get you there" and Wed would be like "How to be the best wife/husband/parent/family..." and Thurs would be about discussions - like is there a need that hasn't been met yet - lets take care of that... and Fri is payday so we'd do like a Financial class for them and teach them how to handle and increase their income. And we'd help about 5 families @ a time, for about 3 months... I guess thats to much info by now ... teehee*
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http://www.grants.gov/\n\nfor special needs child care you will need to have nursing staff and more than likely a doctor on call...therapists for children and mostly equipment to facilitate care and play.  Standers gait trainers wheelchairs feeder seats. wedges etc\n\nYou will need ALOT of research to specific qualifications but you need to write up a business plan for sure.  You need to decide what kind of children you want to work with..special needs in general you will need everything...children with AIDS come with a wide variety of issues...blind children require alternate special care.  There are LARGE grants available for even for profit places.  You may want to consider where there is a pediatric rehab or therapy office in your town and build (or rent) nearby to allow children to be treated closely as a convenience for children.  You will need to learn to deal with IFSPs and how that translates to cost.
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Look in your local directory and call around. It will take you time but it will be time well spent since it will be a big part of your child's life. You don't want to leave your loved ones in unfit care. Once you have found a couple that sound good, make an appointment to go and check out the best ones. Here are some good things to look for when you visit:\n* Look at the building. Is it clean and safe? Are there heaps of resources/toys for the children to play with?\n* What is the play area outside like? Is there room for the kids to run? Is the equipment safe and well maintained?\n* Are the staff friendly and happy?\n* Do the kids currently at the centre appear happy? Are they playing well or running around causing havoc?\n* Do the teachers plan for each child individually? Do they write down observations of what the child is doing and plan activities based on the children's interests and needs?\n* Have a look at the major policies, including child protection, behaviour management, and food preparation/diets (if food provided by centre).\n\nI hope this helps!
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Be involved in your community, volunteer at local head start centers, do not hang out at bars (who wants to leave their kid with the local drunk?) get a back ground check, offer this to possible employers. If possible, bring a portfoilio with you to interviews. Include things such as awards you've been given, and things that you've created, like if you've ever written a children's story (even if it was while you were in school) or if you've ever made a game for children. Also, make a mock lesson plan for a week including small motor, gross motor, cognitive developement, art, science, math, and reading. The lesson plan will impress the interviewer, since this is a basic task expected of child care workers.
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Well the answer to this is clearly. True.\n\nTake care of the kids!\n\nGood luck!
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I think it's vital that both parents and professionals work together, especially when SEN children are involved. By working together they'll be able to help the child develop further and share any achievements/concerns for one another to look out for.