Management of Child Development Centers

by Hearron, Patricia F.; Hildebrand, Verna

• ISBN13: 9780131712072
• ISBN10: 0131712071
• Edition: 6th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-01-01
• Publisher: Pearson College Div

Summary

Management of Child Development Centers is the core text that students of child development center administration need to help them learn to manage effectively in the twenty-first century. It is the only text structured around the thirteen competencies that capable, confident child development center directors must possess. This practical text by Professor Patricia F. Hearron, a former child development center manager, and well-known author and Professor Emerita Verna Hildebrand, focuses on targeted problem-solving strategies, decision making, and specific tools. A classic in the field since 1984, the sixth edition of Management of Child Development Centers has been updated and expanded to emphasize strategies and solutions to the challenges facing todayrs"s child development center managers. More of what prospective and practicing administrators need to knowhellip; More self-evaluation and reflection instruments New practical strategies to reduce stress and burnout More specific methods to improve overall effectiveness More information about revised NAEYC accreditation standards More information about the revised Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS-R) and the revised Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale (ITERS-R) More information specific to infants and toddlers More detailed guidelines for recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect More specific information to help with fund-raising More Internet resources

Table of Contents

PART I INTRODUCTION	1	(58)
Managing Children's Centers in the 21st Century	2	(17)
Defining Terms	2	(1)
Stages of Professional Development	3	(1)
Child Development Centers: A Support System for Families	4	(1)
Population Trends: Getting the Big Picture in Focus	5	(3)
Numbers and Characteristics of Children
Demand for Child Care	8	(3)
Kindergartens
Early Childhood Programs in Public Schools
Head Start
Infants and Toddlers
Child Care and Poverty	11	(1)
No Child Left Behind	11	(1)
Core Competencies for Directors	12	(4)
Conclusion	16	(3)
Types of Child Development Programs	19	(19)
Five Types of Child Development Programs	19	(7)
Type 1: Investment in Human Capital
Type 2: A Supplement to Care and Education Provided by Families
Type 3: A Remedial or Compensatory Service
Type 4: Research and Teacher Preparation
Type 5: A Consumer Service
Three Ways of Financing Child Development Programs	26	(8)
Family Payments for Child Care
Sponsored Programs
Government Support for Child Care	34	(1)
Institutional Collaboration	35	(1)
Conclusion	36	(2)
Applying Theories in Managing a Child Development Center	38	(21)
Theories from Multiple Areas of Knowledge	38	(1)
Developmental Theory	39	(1)
Types of Theories of Human Development	40	(1)
Postmodern Critiques of Child Development Theory	40	(6)
Examples of Developmental Theories
The Challenge of Applying Theories of Development
How Managers Apply Theories of Development
Management Theory	46	(2)
Historical Evolution of Organization Theory
Theoretical Paradigms
Applying Management Theories	48	(1)
Total Quality Management	48	(1)
Ecological System Framework	49	(3)
The Physical-Biological Environment
The Human-Built Environment
The Social-Cultural Environment
Equilibrium and Energy in the Ecosystem	52	(1)
Applying the Ecosystems Model	53	(1)
Management Processes	53	(3)
Planning
Organizing
Staffing
Leading
Monitoring and Controlling for Quality
Conclusion	56	(3)
PART II CORE COMPETENCIES	59	(290)
Reflective Management: Personal and Professional Self-Awareness	60	(16)
Reflective Practice	60	(1)
Knowing Yourself	61	(1)
What Will Be Your Management Style?	62	(1)
Power and Conflict
Stress
Psychological Type	63	(1)
Leadership Styles	64	(1)
Emotional Intelligence	65	(1)
Self-Awareness
Self-management
Social Awareness
Relationship Management
Stages of Personal and Professional Development	66	(2)
Novice Phase
Initial Phase
Informed Phase
Complex Phase
Influential Phase
Decision Making	68	(5)
Decision Types
Interrelated Decisions
The Decision Process
Rationality in Decision Making
Ethical Decisions
Time Management	73	(1)
Prioritizing Tasks
Managing Meetings
Conclusion	74	(2)
Organizational Management	76	(21)
Working with the Systems	76	(2)
Licensing
Other Governmental Regulations
Rights of Children and Families	78	(1)
IDEA
TANF
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act
Business Concerns	79	(1)
Tax-Exempt Status
Insurance
The Manager's Job: A Juggling Act	80	(1)
Competency Areas and Management Processes
The Planning Process	81	(2)
Strategic Plan and Central Concept
Tactical Operational Plans
Goals and Objectives
The Policy Board	83	(1)
Bylaws
The Advisory Board	84	(3)
The Value of Planning	87	(1)
Time for Planning
Steps in the Planning Process	88	(3)
Step 1. Define the Central Concept of Your Child Development Center
Step 2. Establish the Goals That Your Center Will Pursue
Step 3. Develop Planning Assumptions and Forecasts
Step 4. Evaluate Resources
Step 5. Develop Alternatives
Step 6. Test Alternatives Against the Resources, Goals, and Central Concepts of Your Center
Step 7. Decide on a Plan
Step 8. Implement the Plan
Step 9. Evaluate the Plan
Planning in Response to Change	91	(3)
Types of Planning
Time, Scope, and Cycling of Plans
Policies, Procedures, and Rules	94	(1)
Conclusion	95	(2)
Fiscal Management	97	(26)
Types of Resources	97	(3)
MESH Formula
Funding Sources	100	(1)
Parent Fees
Government Subsidies
Foregone Wages
Setting Fees	101	(1)
Fees and Quality
How Funds Are Spent	102	(3)
Calculating Staff Costs
Importance of Increasing Teacher Salaries
Strategies for Increasing Teacher Salaries
Fund-Raising	105	(1)
In-Kind Donations
Grant Proposals	106	(2)
Budget Planning	108	(1)
Establishing Priorities
Types of Budgets
Flexibility
Constructing a Budget	109	(3)
Income
Importance of Accurate Projections
Expenses
Balancing Act
Starting a New Business	112	(3)
Help Is Available
Business Plan
Loans
Control of Funds and Expenses
Record Keeping	115	(1)
Cash-Flow Analysis	116	(1)
Technology and Financial Management	117	(1)
Internal Controls	118	(2)
Inventory Records
Avoiding Waste
Comparison Shopping
Consider Hidden Costs
Quantity Buying
Cycle Menus
Cooperative Purchases
Money-Saving Tips
Conclusion	120	(3)
Personnel Management	123	(28)
Organizing	123	(1)
Job Design	124	(7)
Job Analysis
Job Description
Job Specification
Job Classification
Job Coordination	131	(2)
Authority and Responsibility
Span of Control
Organizing Classrooms or Groups	133	(2)
Age Ranges
Organizational Structure	135	(3)
Supervisory Staff
Volunteers
Organizing Support Services
Staffing	138	(1)
Staffing Decisions	138	(11)
Organizing the Search
Educational Preparation of Teachers
Level of Experience
Legal Aspects of Staffing
Staffing Procedures
Conclusion	149	(2)
Human Relations	151	(23)
The Importance of Human Relations	151	(2)
Coping with a Staffing Shortage
The Manager's Role	153	(2)
Understanding Staff Members' Needs and Desires
Employee Motivation	155	(5)
Communication
Active Listening
Conflict Resolution Techniques
Fostering Teamwork and Collaboration
Staff Meetings	160	(1)
Paid Staff Meetings
Full-Staff versus Team Meetings
Agenda
Minutes
Group Dynamics	161	(1)
The Staff's Professional Development	162	(2)
Stages of Professional Development
The Early Childhood Career Lattice
Supporting Professional Development at All Stages	164	(3)
Professional Development Activities
Resources for Planning for Professional Development
The Manager's Relationships with Individual Staff Members	167	(4)
Mentoring
Performance Appraisal System
Dismissing Staff Members
Volunteers	171	(1)
Conclusion	172	(2)
Facilities Management	174	(24)
Managing Space: An Ecosystems Perspective	174	(1)
Regulations and Professional Standards	175	(4)
Children's Basic Environmental Needs
Density
Organizing Space	179	(8)
Building Layout
Room Layout
Organizing Space
Children's Basic Environmental Needs
Space Arranged for Ease of Supervision
Space Organized to Meet Special Needs
Outdoor Play Areas	187	(2)
Safety
Developmental Needs
The Outdoor Landscape
Equipment
Maintaining the Facility	189	(1)
Space for Staff	189	(1)
Furnishing Space	190	(1)
Room Arrangement	191	(5)
Learning Areas
Nap Facilities
Isolation Space
Parents' Area
Classroom
Conclusion	196	(2)
Managing Health and Safety Issues	198	(24)
Planning for a Healthy Environment	198	(1)
Licensing Regulations and Professional Standards	199	(2)
Policies and Practices
Risk Management	201	(8)
Safe Arrival and Departure
Transporting Children
Child Abuse
Emergency Procedures
Employees' Health	209	(1)
Meeting Ongoing Health Needs	209	(1)
Meeting Children's Physiological Needs	209	(4)
Activity and Rest
Diapering Infants
Toilet Training
Parental Responsibility for Children's Health	213	(1)
When Children Become Ill	213	(2)
Readmission After Illness
Children with Disabilities and Chronic Medical Problems	215	(2)
Prescription Medications
Health Education for Children and Their Families	217	(1)
Meeting Children's Mental Health Needs	217	(1)
Helping Children Cope with Catastrophic Events
Monitoring Health and Safety Conditions	218	(1)
Conclusion	218	(4)
Managing Food Service	222	(23)
Planning Meal Service	222	(1)
Meeting Regulations and Professional Standards	223	(1)
Federal Subsidies for Food Programs	223	(1)
Organizing Food Service Facilities	224	(1)
Food Service Personnel	224	(1)
Food Poisoning Prevention	225	(1)
Considerations When Feeding Babies	226	(3)
Menu Planning	229	(5)
Snacks
Special Diets
Seating and Serving Children	234	(2)
Influencing Children's Eating Behaviors
Food and Curriculum	236	(3)
Collaborating with Families About Food Matters	239	(1)
Culture and Food
Monitoring and Controlling Food Programs	240	(2)
Conclusion	242	(3)
Educational Programming	245	(25)
Preliminary Organization	245	(1)
Regulations and Professional Standards	246	(3)
Licensing
Accreditation
Tiered or Rated Licensing
State Early Learning Standards
Selecting a Curriculum Model or Approach	249	(4)
Developmental Principles	253	(1)
Basic Guides to Program Development	254	(2)
Manager's Responsibility for the Educational Program	256	(4)
Scheduling	260	(2)
Scheduling for Infants and Toddlers
Families' Role in the Educational Program	262	(3)
Planning Experiences for Children	265	(3)
Conclusion	268	(2)
Family Support	270	(24)
Relationships with Families	270	(1)
Regulations and Professional Standards	271	(2)
NAEYC Guidelines
DEC Guidelines
Understanding Family Systems	273	(2)
Parenting Styles
Cultural Responsiveness	275	(2)
Interpersonal Aspects of Cultural Responsiveness
Structural Aspects of Cultural Responsiveness
Family-Friendly Practice	277	(1)
Building Partnerships with Families	278	(10)
Pre-Enrollment Visits
Handbook for Families
Orientation
Phased Enrollment
Home Visits
Families Visit the Center
Conferences
Parent Meetings
Newsletters, E-Mail, and Web Pages
Documentation and Display
Family Resource Corner
Home Activities
When Conflicts Arise	288	(2)
Families as Human Resources for the Center	290	(1)
Community Resources to Promote Family Wellness	291	(1)
Conclusion	291	(3)
Marketing and Public Relations	294	(20)
Marketing: Attracting and Retaining Customers	295	(7)
Communicating Your Message
Identifying and Reaching Potential Customers
Making the Most of First Contacts
Service Environment as Marketing Tool
Increasing Customer Satisfaction	302	(1)
Principles of Customer Service
Public Relations: Impacting Perceptions and Opinions	303	(6)
Family Members as PR Representatives
Expanding the Audience
Agency Links
Publicizing Events and Accomplishments
Accreditation
Staff Development as a Public Relations Vehicle
Networking
The World Beyond Child Care	309	(1)
Making Connections
``Double Duty'' in Public Relations	310	(1)
Countering Negative Publicity	310	(1)
Conclusion	311	(3)
Assessment and Evaluation	314	(17)
Standards	315	(1)
Accreditation	316	(1)
The Manager's Role	316	(1)
Steps in the Managing and Controlling Process	317	(1)
Evaluation of the Educational Program	318	(7)
Children Evaluate
Teachers Evaluate
Families Evaluate
The Community and Professionals Evaluate
The Manager Evaluates
Monitoring Other Units	325	(2)
The Financial Area
The Physical Plant
Food Service
Children's Health and Safety
Parental and Public Relations
Evaluation of Management	327	(2)
Evaluating Administrative Practice
When Evaluations Yield Negative Results	329	(1)
Conclusion	329	(2)
Leadership	331	(18)
Managing and Leading Differ	332	(1)
Types of Leadership	332	(12)
Pedagogical Leadership
Administrative Leadership
Advocacy Leadership
Community Leadership
Conceptual Leadership
Values
Leadership and Accreditation	344	(1)
Professional Support	344	(1)
Professional Research and Writing	344	(1)
Consulting	344	(1)
Conclusion	345	(4)
Appendix Resources for Professional Support	349	(4)
References	353	(10)
Name Index	363	(3)
Subject Index	366