Book Description
Drawing on the authors? combined experiences, Developing and Administering an Early Child Care Center, 5E presents the basic philosophies and interpersonal aspects of directing and administering an early childhood center. The book bases its chapters on major aspects of developing and administering a program for young children, addressing the core issues while giving consideration to the experiences of those in the field. The chapters are written to read and follow with ease, and provide many features and activities that engage readers in active learning.


Book Info
Presents the basic philosophies and interpersonal aspects of directing and administering an early childhood center. Many features and activities that engage readers in active learning are provided. Softcover.


About the Author
Dorothy June Sciarra Ed.D is Professor Emeritus at the University of Cincinnati. She is also a professional consultant and is a licensed psychologist. Ms. Sciarra serves as a board member for the UC Child Care Center. She is also a member of the National Association of the Education of Young Children, as well as a member of the National Association of Early Childhood Educators. She was granted the Teacher of Teachers award by the Ohio Association for the Education of Young Children.

ANNOTATION

Deals w/developing interpersonal relationships/assessing community need/staffing & equipping the center/food mgmt/etc

FROM THE PUBLISHER

A popular bestseller, this practical and indispensable book contains everything you need to know about planning, setting-up, and running a child care center. The standard in its field for over fifteen years, Developing and Administering a Child Care Center has been updated to include expanded coverage of child care center start-up, special needs learners, accreditation, and much more. Written by experienced administrators and educators, this new edition is essential for students as well as practicing directors. Look for These New Features: updated chapters on finance and funding cover the complex funding issues facing child care centers today, all-new interviews with practicing directors provide important information from professionals in the community about what present and future directors need to know, updated and expanded information on dealing with special needs learners applies current research to practice, and numerous sample forms and working papers provide a ready resource of essential information.

SYNOPSIS

This textbook introduces students in early childhood education to the administrative duties of starting a child care center and developing ongoing programs. Sample policies, budgets, job descriptions, checklists, and letters are provided. The fifth edition incorporates coverage of director credentialling, staff turnover, employer- sponsored care, and software selection. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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