We had a wonderful Health & Safety month in February and are looking forward to the spring and Week of the Young Child with a special visit from Tim Stetson the storyteller!  Our curriculum department is putting the finishing touches on our Summer Program that is going to be an exciting mix of fun, special visitors and learning for our Pre-K and Kindergarten children!  Thank you again for being a part of the Next Generation family.

Donna Kelleher – President of NGCC

How is Next Generation going to implement this policy?  The answer is, we are going to be providing all of the materials for the children in our care so that this is seamless to our families.  Our President, Donna Kelleher, felt that the requirements of this new regulation should not fall on our busy parents.  As such, we are providing individually labeled tooth brushes for the toddlers through Kindergarteners, non-fluorinated toothpaste and sterile medical gauze for swabbing infant gums.   The children’s tooth brushes will be sanitized daily.  Why non-fluorinated toothpaste?  The children will be seated at a table to brush their teeth and will be able to wash down the non-fluorinated toothpaste with a drink of water, rather than spitting in a sink to reduce the potential spread of germs.  This tooth brushing is a chance to scrub away food particles left on teeth and gums which are the culprits behind tooth decay.  Children will be encouraged to brush their teeth each day with our teachers demonstrating proper techniques and giving positive feedback to children for doing  a good job!  For infants, their gums and  emerging baby teeth will be gently swabbed with disposable gauze after a bottle or meal.  No child will be required to brush their teeth or use toothpaste if they don’t want to.  As we stated, we want this to be a positive experience for all!

We had a training session on this new regulation on Staff Development Day and out teachers are prepared!  This roll-out is coming on the heels of Health and Safety month so I know that the older children will be enthusiastic about it!  If you have any questions, I encourage you to speak to your Director or Program Manager.

- Lori Snyder, Vice President of Operations

2010 Kindergarten Registration Form

2010 Summer Program Registration Forms

Non-Prescription Medication Form

Individual Health Plan

Develop a high quality program for children that meets or exceeds the guidelines established by NGCC. Lead and direct the Program Managers in completing their responsibilities as outlined in their job description. Delegate responsibilities as appropriate. Maintain positive relationships with parents, children and all employees. Serve as a liaison between parents and teachers for information, counseling and problem resolution. Understand and complete required paperwork from Accounting, Human Resources and Senior Management. Oversee compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws and regulations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Human Resources
• Supervisory/Administrative
• Parent Relationships
• Health & Safety Monitoring
• EEC Licensing
• Financial Management
• Curriculum
• Facility Maintenance
• Role Modeling

Qualifications

• EEC Director 2 qualified with at least six months of supervisory experience
• Experienced in Infant, Toddler, Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten age groups
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
• Knowledge of child development theory and practice
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with NGCC philosophies
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent
• First Aid & CPR certified

Provide management and supervision of one to two programs. Ensure the teaching teams provide a clean, safe, nurturing and organized environment for children to learn and grow. Ensure that teaching teams plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum according to the guidelines established by NGCC.

Supervise the teaching teams while providing leadership and direction. Maintain positive relationships with parents, children and co-workers. Provide a link between management and non-management employees. Communicate the goals and policies of management to employees. Communicate to management the attitudes, suggestions and concerns of employees. Assume responsibility in the event of the Director’s absence, including opening and/or closing the center and complete additional tasks as requested by the center Director and Senior Management.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervisory/Administrative
• Teacher/Child Interactions
• Parent Communication
• Curriculum Review
• Health& Safety Monitoring
• Role Modeling

Qualifications

• EEC Lead teacher qualified
• Knowledge of child development theory and practice
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and parents
• Initiative in solving issues or concerns
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with NGCC philosophies
• First Aid & CPR certified
• Minimum of an Associates degree and pursuing Bachelor’s preferred

Provide a clean, safe, nurturing and organized environment for children to learn and grow. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum according to the guidelines established by NGCC. Maintain positive relationships with parents, children and co-workers. Assist in the training and guidance of Assistant Teachers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teacher/Child Interactions
• Teacher/Parent Communication
• Curriculum
• Health/Safety/Nutrition
• Role Modeling

Qualifications

• EEC Certified
• Warm, friendly, nurturing personality
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with NGCC philosophies
• First Aid & CPR certified
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Under the direction of the classroom Teachers, provide a clean, safe, nurturing and organized environment for children to learn and grow. Maintain positive relationships with parents, children and co-workers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teacher/Child Interactions
• Teacher/Parent Communication
• Curriculum
• Health & Safety Monitoring
• Role Modeling

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age
• Warm, friendly, nurturing personality
• Ability to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with NGCC philosophies
• Full Time Assistant Teachers must be willing to take the Child Growth and Development course within the first nine months of employment so that they can become an EEC qualified teacher.