Competency Goals
Competency Goal #-To establish and maintain a safe, healthy, learning environment.
Functional Area #1 – Safe - In order to help provide an environment which is safe for the children in my care, As a teacher I will do the following to prevent and reduce injuries: I will keep all cleaning supplies and chemicals locked up and out of the children’s reach at all times to avoid any poisoning or other injuries. I am certified in First Aid, CPR and AED use which gives me the knowledge to handle any injuries or accidents. I place all children under the age of one on their backs when sleeping to avoid a SIDS death. I am familiar with the classroom and center emergency evacuation procedures in case of a fire or tornado. I inspect all toys and equipment frequently throughout the day to ensure that they are safe for the children to play with and use.
Functional Area #2 – Healthy – In order to promote good health and nutrition and create an environment which contributes to the prevention of illness in the children in my care, As a teacher I will do the following: I wash my hands and put on gloves before handling any food, wash hands after assisting with toileting and diaper changing and after wiping noses to ensure germs are not spread. I am trained in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. I sanitize all toys daily; more frequently if they have been mouthed by a child to prevent germs from spreading. I follow the center’s sick child guidelines when children are ill to prevent more illnesses in the classroom. I plan nutritionally activities for the week that are age appropriate for the children to promote health and wellness.
Functional Area #3 – Learning Environment – In order use space, relationships, materials, and routines as resources for constructing an interesting, secure, and enjoyable environment that facilitates play, exploration, interaction and learning, As a teacher I will do the following: I will provide a daily classroom schedule.
Functional Area #1 – Safe - In order to help provide an environment which is safe for the children in my care, As a teacher I will do the following to prevent and reduce injuries: I will keep all cleaning supplies and chemicals locked up and out of the children’s reach at all times to avoid any poisoning or other injuries. I am certified in First Aid, CPR and AED use which gives me the knowledge to handle any injuries or accidents. I place all children under the age of one on their backs when sleeping to avoid a SIDS death. I am familiar with the classroom and center emergency evacuation procedures in case of a fire or tornado. I inspect all toys and equipment frequently throughout the day to ensure that they are safe for the children to play with and use.
Functional Area #2 – Healthy – In order to promote good health and nutrition and create an environment which contributes to the prevention of illness in the children in my care, As a teacher I will do the following: I wash my hands and put on gloves before handling any food, wash hands after assisting with toileting and diaper changing and after wiping noses to ensure germs are not spread. I am trained in recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. I sanitize all toys daily; more frequently if they have been mouthed by a child to prevent germs from spreading. I follow the center’s sick child guidelines when children are ill to prevent more illnesses in the classroom. I plan nutritionally activities for the week that are age appropriate for the children to promote health and wellness.
Functional Area #3 – Learning Environment – In order use space, relationships, materials, and routines as resources for constructing an interesting, secure, and enjoyable environment that facilitates play, exploration, interaction and learning, As a teacher I will do the following: I will provide a daily classroom schedule.