Childcare Classroom Manual for Infant Classrooms

Childcare Classroom Manual for Infant Classrooms

This thoughtfully curated resource is more than just a Manual – it's a trusted companion for educators, providing essential information, resources, and tools to navigate daily activities confidently. Tailored to meet the specific needs of infant classrooms, our binder ensures that teachers are well-equipped to understand and embrace the routines and expectations of their new role.

Inside, you'll discover a wealth of support, from insights into the intricacies of infant development to practical tips for fostering a nurturing environment. Whether you're a seasoned educator or new to the field, our Childcare Classroom Binder is designed to make your transition smooth and your classroom experience enriching.

Table of Contents

WELCOME

• Welcome message and statement of purpose

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESCRIPTIONS

• Introduction to Job Responsibilities and Descriptions
• Job Responsibilities and Descriptions
• Outline of Job Descriptions
  • Lead Teacher
  • Assistant Teacher
  • Floater
  • Substitute
• Job Responsibilities and Expectations
  • Assistant Teacher Yearly Duties and Responsibilities Checklist
    • Assistant Teacher General Daily Performance
    • Classroom Management and Curriculum Integration
    • Student Interactions
    • Employee Interactions
    • Daily Duties Checklist
  • Lead Teacher Yearly Duties and Responsibilities Checklist
    • General Daily Performance
    • Classroom Management and Curriculum Integration
    • Student Interactions
    • Employee Interactions
    • Daily Duties Checklist

ORGANIZATIONAL AND CLASSROOM STRUCTURE

• Our Staff
• Our Classrooms
• Introduction to the Infant Classroom
  • Infant Classroom Layout and Set-Up
• Infant Classroom Daily Schedule

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT, CURRICULUM, AND ACTIVITIES

• Guidance on Creating a Positive and Engaging Learning Environment for Infants
• Creating Lesson Plans
• Developmentally Appropriate Practice
• Learning Domains
• Finding Activities
• Lesson Plan Additives
• Preparation for Activities and How to Format
• Putting Your Lesson Plans Into Action
• Infant Check-in Sheets and Daily Childcare log
• Infant Check-in Sheet
  • Infant Sleeping Check-in Sheet
  • Infant Childcare Log

ASSESSMENTS AND EVALUATIONS

• Infant Developmental Milestones Assessment
  • Age 0 -2 Months
  • Age 2 – 4 Months
  • Age 4 – 6 Months
  • Age 6 – 9 Months
  • Age 9 Months to 1 Year
  • Age 1 Year – 15 Months

POLICY AND GUIDELINES QUICK REFERENCE

• Staff-to-Child Ratios
• Supervision Guidelines
• Diaper Changing Procedures
• Feeding Infants and Young Children
• Age-Appropriate Feeding
• Bottle Preparation
• Breast Milk Preparation
• Storage
• Hygiene
• Illness
• Administering Medications
• Record Keeping Procedures
• Arrival and Departure Procedure and Record-Keeping
• Arrival
• Departure
• Attendance Record-Keeping Procedure
• Children Records
• Classroom Opening Procedure
• Classroom Welcoming Procedure
• Classroom Closing Procedure