The state of Arkansas understands the importance of the child care director/administrator’s position to the future of our children and to our state. In support of the position, new directors are required to attend Directors Orientation within six months of employment.
Essential to the success of center directors is finding the information they need and developing a network of peers who share and understand their responsibilities. Directors Orientation is the first step toward both of these objectives.
The topics in this series of trainings will assist center director in fulfilling his/her administrative duties. Content for the three (3) six (6) hour sessions include:
- Minimum Licensing Requirements
- Risk Management
- Effective Communication
- NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct
- Developmentally Appropriate Practice
- Developmental Ages and Stages
- Early Childhood Environments
The curriculum is designed to meet the needs of center directors and administrators at the BASIC level designated by the Arkansas Early Childhood Professional Development Spectrum. The sessions refer to their designated Key Content Areas with emphasis in the following:
Directors Orientation A - Policies and Procedures
- Key Content Area 6 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition
- Key Content Area 7 - Professional Development and Leadership
- Key Content Area 8 - Program Planning and Management
Directors Orientation B - People and Public Relations
- Key Content Area 4 - Family and Community
- Key Content Area 7 - Professional Development and Leadership
- Key Content Area 8 - Program Planning and Management
Directors Orientation C - Program Practices
- Key Content Area 1 - Child Growth and Development
- Key Content Area 2 - Learning Environment and Curriculum
- Key Content Area 3 - Positive Interactions and Guidance
- Key Content Area 6 - Health, Safety, and Nutrition
