Diapering in child care is something staff do many times each day. Done well, it keeps babies healthy, builds trust, and teaches tiny routines. This short guide gives clear steps you can use right away. It is written for directors and child care providers who want practical, easy-to-follow tips. R... How can we keep diapering safe in child care?
Running training for a child care team can feel busy. This guide helps directors and program leaders use the ChildCareEd #GroupAdmin (Admin Portal) to assign courses, track progress, and keep proof ready for licensing. You will get simple steps you can do this week, ideas for onboarding, and ways ... How to Manage Training for Teachers and Assistants
Texas is rolling out new ways to help child care leaders run better businesses. This article explains how business coaching and state support can help your #providers program be more stable and grow. We point to easy resources you can use right away, mostly from ChildCareEd and other Texas partners.... Can Texas' new business coaching for child care providers make centers stronger?
Every day you guide little learners. This article explains a simple discipline philosophy that uses guidance, respect, and support. It is for child care providers and directors who want practical steps they can use tomorrow. You will find short lists, examples, and links to helpful resources mainly ... Early Childhood Discipline Philosophy: Guidance, Respect, and Support
Active supervision is a simple habit that helps staff stop accidents before they happen. This short guide explains what to do, why it matters, and how leaders can make it a daily routine. Use the numbered steps and quick checks with your team so your program is safer and calmer. For free posters a... How Active Supervision Helps Prevent Child Care Accidents
Active supervision keeps kids safe and helps them learn. This short guide gives 6 clear, easy-to-teach ways directors and providers can use today. Use the links for printable posters, checklists, and trainings to help your team practice. For more tools, see Active Supervision: The Only Way to Care f... 6 Ways to Improve Active Supervision in Preschool
Washington state recently awarded $55.8 million to 74 early learning providers to create about 2,056 new child care slots. This news matters to anyone who runs a program or cares for kids. It can mean new classrooms, renovated spaces, and support for family-home providers. This is big news for #Wash... What Do Washington’s $55.8M Early Learning Grants Mean for Access?
Closing time can feel rushed, but a short, steady routine keeps children, families, and staff safe. This article gives clear steps you can use tonight to finish the day with calm, safety, and a clean room. Use simple lists, shared responsibility, and a posted checklist so everyone knows what to do. ... Daycare Closing Routine: Safety, Cleaning, and Classroom Checks
Children do best when their whole world—health, home, and school—works together. This short guide helps New York child care providers and directors see how to connect those pieces in simple, practical ways. You will find steps you can try tomorrow, links to useful resources, and remind... How Can New York Providers Support Health, Family, and Learning Together?
Getting clear about #CDA training hours helps your staff finish the credential and keep it current. This short guide explains the hours you need, how to track them, where to find free or low-cost options, and common mistakes to avoid. Links point to helpful ChildCareEd resources and other trusted so... What exactly are the CDA training hours and how do they work?