Facilities Management
1. Create a start-up budget for a new Inf/Tod or school-age component to your program.
2. Develop a supply list for the new or existing classroom
3. Discuss how you will staff the new component of your program.
Staffing: $4,000
This covers salary costs for a lead teacher who has experience teaching in a preschool setting as well as additional staff to help with day-to-day operations. It should also include any training or professional development that is required to meet state licensing requirements.
Marketing: $500
This budget item will cover the cost of advertising (such as newspaper ads or direct mailers) to get the word out about the new program component. It can also be used to create promotional materials such as flyers and postcards which can be distributed at community events or handed out at local schools and libraries.
Agency Fees: $1,000
This budget item covers any licensure fees that may be associated with running an Inf/Tod program in your area. If you are working through a parent organization it will also cover administrative costs such as processing paperwork or conducting background checks on staff members.
Total Start Up Costs: $7,500
Supply List for New Classroom
Furniture: Chairs (10), Tables (5), Cubbies (6), Sleeping Mats (6)
Toys & Learning Materials: Educational games and puzzles; Blocks; Stuffed animals; Art supplies; Musical instruments; Books; Water table; Sand table
Cleaning Supplies : Paper Towels ; Disinfectant Wipes ; Trash Bags ; Hand Soap ; All Purpose Cleaner
Safety Supplies : Fire Extinguisher ; First Aid Kit ; Window Guards ; Outlet Covers Outdoor Playground Equipment : Slide , Swing Set , Climbing Structure Miscellaneous Items : Clock , Bulletin Board , Rug
Staffing Discussion
Finding quality staff members is essential when setting up an Inf/Tod program component in your center. Ideally you want experienced teachers who have a passion for working with young children combined with excellent communication skills and a commitment to fostering positive relationships between children, families and colleagues alike. You should consider doing comprehensive background checks on all potential hires before offering them employment in order to ensure their suitability for working with young children according to state regulations related to childcare licensing laws . Additionally you will need someone familiar with early childhood education standards who can provide direction when establishing policies related curriculum design , assessment procedures , health protocols etc . Lastly it might be beneficial if this person had some knowledge regarding effective behavior guidance strategies so they could train other staff members how best respond appropriately during challenging situations . Taking the time find qualified individuals now save headaches down road by helping ensure smooth functioning of your classroom from start .