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Neugebauer, Roger – Child Care Information Exchange, 1995
Discusses nine key findings of the "Cost, Quality, and Child Outcomes in Child Care Centers" study conducted in 1993. Also highlights a 1994 Child Care Information Exchange survey in which day care center directors rated various determinants of quality in a day care center on a scale of 1 to 10. Center leadership was rated the most…
Descriptors: Administrators, Caregiver Attitudes, Child Caregivers, Day Care Centers
Stonehouse, Anne – Child Care Information Exchange, 1995
Discusses the statement "I just love children" and its inappropriateness in the context of working with children in child care settings. Stresses that such statements are sometimes indicators of inappropriate attitudes on the part of caregivers, such as exercising undue power, fostering dependency, patronizing, being amused by children,…
Descriptors: Caregiver Attitudes, Caregiver Child Relationship, Child Caregivers, Day Care
Miller, Karen – Child Care Information Exchange, 1995
Discusses issues associated with continuity of care--the practice of keeping the same primary caregiver with infants and toddlers for two or three years. Outlines six advantages of continuity of care for children, parents, and caregivers. Answers several objections to the practice and describes some variations. (TJQ)
Descriptors: Attachment Behavior, Caregiver Attitudes, Caregiver Child Relationship, Child Caregivers
Gonzalez-Mena, Janet – Child Care Information Exchange, 1999
Suggests that cultural differences may be at the root of some conflicts between parents and child care directors or staff. Maintains that the way to identify cultural conflicts is to start ongoing dialog between parents and staff. Notes that staff need to identify their own attitudes and biases and be open to parents' perspectives without…
Descriptors: Bias, Caregiver Attitudes, Child Caregivers, Cultural Differences
Mann, Mary Beth; Thornburg, Kathy R. – Child Care Information Exchange, 1998
The concepts, causes, and issues surrounding maternal guilt have significant implications for early childhood professionals. Child care providers can assist parents in choosing appropriate child care; promote positive communication and rapport with parents; reassure parents that maternal anxiety is normal; promote understanding of the concept of…
Descriptors: Caregiver Attitudes, Caregiver Role, Child Caregivers, Day Care
Duffy, Kate; Clark, Katie – Child Care Information Exchange, 2001
Surveyed over 300 child care directors, teachers, and children regarding their favorite place at the child care center. Found that all respondents listed favorite physical areas that nurture needs for socialization, independence, emotional well-being, and physical well-being. Includes list of questions to stimulate reflection on how well the…
Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes, Administrators, Caregiver Attitudes, Child Caregivers
Neugebauer, Bonnie – Child Care Information Exchange, 1991
Focuses attention on the experiences and needs of substitute caregivers in early childhood child care programs. Personal experiences and insights of several substitute caregivers highlight the discussion. (BB)
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Caregiver Attitudes, Child Caregivers, Day Care Centers
Rafanello, Donna – Child Care Information Exchange, 1996
A feeling of community may be at the heart of child care workers' satisfaction with their job. The director plays a vital role in creating an emotional climate in which staff can feel safe, nurtured, and challenged to grow. Creating a sense of community among staff can be done in much the same way as in the classroom. (EV)
Descriptors: Administrator Behavior, Administrator Effectiveness, Administrator Role, Caregiver Attitudes
Neugebauer, Roger – Child Care Information Exchange, 2000
Reports findings of an unscientific survey of early childhood professionals asked to reflect upon the history, landmark events, and significant trends in the child care delivery system. Three events viewed as most influential are highlighted: (1) World War II; (2) women's movement; and (3) Head Start. Eleven other events also cited are discussed.…
Descriptors: Brain, Caregiver Attitudes, Cultural Pluralism, Day Care
