ecers schedule requirements

Examines the daily schedule, the amount of time children are kept in whole groups, transitions, and provisions for students . Group problem-solving can be helpful. hb``` cc`aX$Q7j=chy@M_Clz`$^;"0;DY%?^SYt ^PE$Zq$T\!M@`{$VJ b;d8FIGQY 4V#HADX^(^`vHd 1YbhFXi1 V2`d9 0e .y&'8T0Z0]`2>9Br56N]X8 HXtWs9g:uGsC\jD4TP-g;$ 7IyWKqtI ;1o12a u6Ipk9uuH&=W"..O`^-if@g30yL]w,boL7yyL@8E(n$h(z%[7g{IH)DoHi(;6iTt32aCzzK+a:$}dS6lQRT'Z:nE:5-"goR}//Ig? %%EOF hsNS&1pSZ'YRu,w>JPr(?fg~*W?TF endobj In most circumstances the next assessment attempt will occur within the programs scheduling window; NCRLAP schedulers will contact the program if their window needs to be extended for some reason. According to a survey of providers, the five most common ways to prepare include: %%EOF hbbd``b`~$Aj $X@@BbpE G@ Dl . 1 0 obj Use the steps below: When there are multiple classrooms, the classroom(s) to be assessed will be selected on the day of the assessment by the assessor(s). endstream endobj 187 0 obj <>/Metadata 15 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[199 0 R]>>/OpenAction[188 0 R/XYZ null null null]/Outlines 19 0 R/PageLabels 179 0 R/PageMode/UseNone/Pages 181 0 R/PieceInfo<>>>/StructTreeRoot 29 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 188 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Type/Page>> endobj 189 0 obj <>stream Description. %PDF-1.7 % Free play; 36. *Please note that non-porous dress up clothing items are encouraged during this time due to the current public health situation. %%EOF However, 7:35 Classroom meeting/circle time 7:53 Wash hands, travel to cafeteria 8:00 Breakfast Upon Arrival of the Assessor Or if 9 children are enrolled, then 5 must be present for more than half of the observation time. %PDF-1.3 % Situations in which hV]O;+~o[)m*h+BoV${s#%(Yw.iE=3s !D/ Qp 0 37. Set up a daily schedule that . &zWG`Y^ . SACERS-U, Staff Development subscale, items 39-41. _bt.P-$N#K]rUs_X$b[c\A7k[a 5&2l!2`!h:/_W&|BZ'YvSjvYvVZvxQ\?3#X,5A. Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, Third Edition (ECERS-3). Adult interaction is in response to children's needs. Environment Rating Scale-Revised (ECERS-R) and develop a plan to assure your program is aligned with these concepts which include: Free Play: Children are permitted to select materials and companions and as far as possible manage play independently. What Does the ECERS-3 Measure? When a teacher is assigned to a classroom where only school-age children are enrolled, a SACERS-U assessment will be completed when a programs Rated License Assessment occurs. These documents are available under the "Resources" menu and include: endstream endobj 199 0 obj <>>>/Lang(en-US)/MarkInfo<>/Metadata 12 0 R/Pages 196 0 R/StructTreeRoot 20 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 200 0 obj <>/MediaBox[0 0 612 792]/Parent 196 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 201 0 obj <>stream It is important to discuss either option with your child care licensing consultant. For programs that include a specific curriculum day (e.g., 8:00-2:30), wrap-around or before/after care hours operated under the same license will be considered, even if separate fees are required. Assessors may also take photographs of the indoor/outdoor spaces and materials as part of their documentation. All classrooms that are in operation will be included in the random selection process. endstream endobj 36 0 obj <> endobj 37 0 obj <> endobj 38 0 obj <>stream Requirements for Star Ratings by Grow NJ Kids Rating Star Rating ERS (ECERS-3/ITERS-3) Implementation of Curriculum (GNJK Standard: 2.4.1) Range of Points for required documentation Average of 3.75 No subscale below a 3.0 218 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<36A967192DA90A45BD3FCE49572ABCF6>]/Index[198 50]/Info 197 0 R/Length 104/Prev 339421/Root 199 0 R/Size 248/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream At least two children must be enrolled for the assessment to occur. Children tend to react more-so to changes in their teacher's actions or expectations, than they do to the presence of a new adult, because teachers are the adults they know and trust. 1506 0 obj <> endobj These will include 1 ECERS-R and 2 ITERS-R assessments. )5-.hEymJkA7i?57J]0 4eS:$txlRpB:$@JLZ&*Iz#=H i.\FBqLZ}~R[R`3UF\GY6;UL{5P}6o(W;: %X,p@8B:! When there are several classrooms, at least 1/3 of the overall number of classrooms must be assessed, in addition to representing each applicable rating scale. <> Staff-child interactions University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Whole-group activities for play and learning. To learn more about the Environment Rating Scales, such as the history or uses in other states, we recommend that you visit the authors' website at: www.ersi.info 0 7.1 "Wide selection" means a "significant variety" of topics. ECERS-R Webinar Series . endstream endobj 745 0 obj <>stream More than half of the children enrolled must be present for more than half of the observation time, for an assessment to be considered valid. It is common for child care providers to have questions about their assessment report(s). <> Description. endstream endobj startxref To determine how many assessments are needed, first consider the age ranges of the different classrooms and which rating scale they fit into (e.g., infant and toddler rooms use the ITERS-R, older two-year old rooms and preschool rooms use the ECERS-R). As a certified ECERS-3 observer, I'm asked all the time what teachers NEED to do during an observation and this resource is the answer to that question! 0 The Environment Rating Scales require a 30 to 45 minute interview with the teacher or child care provider after the observation to complete scoring. Title. 62 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<9A4900370E74E8D81CE50ABADED048F8>]/Index[35 46]/Info 34 0 R/Length 123/Prev 141825/Root 36 0 R/Size 81/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream endstream endobj 1507 0 obj <>/Metadata 69 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[1533 0 R]>>/Outlines 95 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 1501 0 R/StructTreeRoot 134 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 1508 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 1509 0 obj <>stream ECERS Environmental Requirements Title 22 Title 5/Education Code/ECERS Buildings and Grounds A comfortable temperature shall be maintained at all times Keep center clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair Use of protective devic es such as nonslip material on rugs Keep all areas of potential hazard free of obstruction NC Additional Notes for each rating scale. Often teachers are concerned that children act differently when there are visitors in the classroom. 0 hb```f``J``e`icd@ A+ g[FMA9K4 V/oex{NT (10Jttt 50vt@lPGGd420] 2015 - 2016 ECERS- R Results [1] For more information about the ECERS-R scale and ECERS-R item requirements, please see the QUEENS POINTE TALENT, INC. 6. hXn7>&hex &kk, K)re](V,pf8{VQH B-F)HD. %PDF-1.5 % ECERS Other Variety of daily activities including but not limited to: quiet activity and play, rest and relaxation, eating, toileting 22 CCR 101230 Children must be under the supervision of a teacher at all times 22 CCR 101229 HVMo6WQ[lA=8?wf(Y6nk&)73oH9={n U:cvkyY-z u"@`QC[*f)`{k}#\6q.HNp9C2wEu+:! zAG9b Nl 60(n/_elp6_G^W8QN36G@X`@-BaOi*/~PWmW ]B} -1B0f8uj!`ej@@O^P7]cP^YLp %PDF-1.5 % The interview takes place during naptime or while a substitute teacher replaces the child care provider. There are several standard documents that you should be aware and your consultant may have other documents related to the program standards portion of the NC Star Rated License. %%EOF For example, if a facility has 1-4 preschool classrooms then 1 ECERS-R assessment is needed. 0 53 0 obj <>stream x]o9=@|008+wuAVDb{%eg3'-vw1H~E~|UX|u8>7?^:_._?N_qa}=>\}?Gj/.o(_`X"Yp%\U. W^8ayXep>`o0w+Lz+oZkK<8nvh~xNq@[L` ,J;SFiKiKtT There are additional requirements for a re-assessment process in NC Pre-K programs and Developmental Day licensed sites, when a classroom score is less than 5.0. If a classroom enrollment is exactly half and half (e.g., 3 of 6 children are 30 months or younger and 3 children are 31 months and older) then the ITERS-R will be used. When 1/3 of that age group has been represented, additional assessment(s) will be added for the next largest age/scale group, as needed, until the total number needed is reached. P5$MJ3]3;::A pA192P`{9 u@ji>>C0p1 7^ W:$j Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale-Revised (ECERS-R) 202 (two hours): Prerequisite: 101-Foundations or attendance at an ITERS-R, ECERS-R, or SACERS prior to July 2007. 3 0 obj ECERS-R 101 Why the DECE uses the ECERS -R tool What the ECERS -R tool measures, broadly . 766 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<7350763FFB908C42AF24DE1EFAEF2538><6C13A251553FAB4E8975F2BD8AB781F4>]/Index[741 40]/Info 740 0 R/Length 115/Prev 271419/Root 742 0 R/Size 781/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream the ECERS as they are not a part of the environment that affects the child. hbbd```b`` Page 3 of 24. endstream endobj startxref This helps insure that children have appropriate experiences, indoors and outdoors, with much time for child-selected learning and consistent expectations. >WK 7.2 At least 5 books related to current classroom activities or themes Possible topics: Differing abilities [YTG@ihJ^ V5JA w8&B3QPIPGyDL#u*myuPQT% 9H>mytP0:{s 6CnbNCR/>}LCqXP 82g*))xb3M,D(=\v>8zK"Q!&5P'8f"XX")L1"Z.S(T"z5m1k?&.=B.9!q`f jU 0@&-o&]qy{xZl(CBG6rzT8(voi]ogsv* +T{Op<0"yP`v"5(Ao8[s!(/*Vly'jJYY,I [H XHu'kql2)[Xt!ev" 2. For example, 10 children are enrolled so 6 must be present for more than half of the observation time. If the previous rating scale score was less than 4.0, on one or more assessments, the program may be eligible for onefree re-assessment per applicable scale. hbbd```b``&[A$9d]"rA$$0;D^$ hVmo6+bNJ@a,s A9G,$w$i$I8BrRc$"&\1D(lP`+38W$"~,vX]yO/n=[:8r;W0Z}Qb~=Y,E6`kX7 `I#rY4g'+oQu~l]Q=;3g:W};.^sSa3fXn.LMtYHAM!,1o.]Y=eQl[o Sp'}QYat?$bPki_ $oG~*Yi,_-7 O*:!. 0 The Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale -- Revised (ECERS-R) is an assessment instrument designed to evaluate programs that provide group care for children in the preschool and kindergarten age range. For example, there is one toddler room, one preschool room, and one afterschool group. ?it*Cl[dDsD7&NV $K7%L6,v*Q$M PASnI@14j:PWaj\d .8E4@z uUD%Egb@kd6/h`.@:X@)H3Fl XI ,^! l` Q ,d1BM3h d@`dbe qFa8"$bob90.FF)|8539@sW1{BE@EH;2f`Uu )?Ue W endstream endobj startxref hb```\ cc`aX )r008Fb9wK % ECERS-R 101 Why the DECE uses the ECERS -R tool What the ECERS -R tool measures, broadly . hb```c@( F3 %%EOF In our experience, children are often interested in new faces initially, but when their familiar adults are able to go about their day as typical, children settle down very quickly. 2. Og=(14{%! @b[oodu{t9!k^0X%szG7LB,]Y,s`iN.bTCA!;I*.6 1244 0 obj <>stream 3. By planning and implementing a daily schedule that incorporates the most important requirements of an ECERS evaluation, you will provide children with a learning-rich day with plenty of teacher-directed and child-led activities. -01Fn.!.D1$T8bS@a*@GSjJDus=a|e11&Y3Q`b .mNlmIz~Xq%bO}}WG"'4 _B]t5yjNQ/Lm30!D:P?wF=y;!;3LDks0zo)3a s&b7q6R6"?7))n)Ud|H$&L.0rzX ("4(q``(zYSQ7ja 26{-k!Glk?0v*!uT>.AX\p=lF D.-K"?|PoLI@=,4yr:H)T_2v=4'y=T\68X^aCW/%OG7FXe{ hePZ]8) m9;8c:~=32QxFOh?.D:H/[x\Bs stream Likewise, if the program has been previously assessed, review of the earlier assessment report(s) can be helpful. Before the observation begins, the assessor will typically greet the owner/director andprovide an overview of the day. endstream endobj startxref The summary report is designed to provide constructive feedback so child care provider and directors may enhance the programs quality through developing a plan of action. hVmo6+bHNJ@a4@dSA9G,$~w$%i[Z8w0&'Ap"B&JnN,0IL$%B+MrA{3_MP34`8-U/j&wKYItVrC IXK.%O U\^]N)G For NC's assessment process, items that directly reflect children's daily experiences are scored. endobj %PDF-1.5 % 741 0 obj <> endobj Therefore, the earliest time any children are allowed to attend, until the time the program closes are the programs operating hours. D2 If there are times of the day that tend to be more challenging or there are other predictable "higher need" times or situations, consider whether other program level resources, such as strategically using additional staff at these times, could be used to support teachers and enhance the functioning of each classroom. Therefore, when a classroom includes materials, activities, and a schedule that is developmentally appropriate, the requirements for the many, specific materials found in the ECERS-R should not be surprising for a group of children that includes older two-year-olds. "cA$C"YC ?IQ@IAYGl~w'R,Ia@"NGKEd,1Te$:KVh5<1Hps2nZAj 4F|el*n65o6u!>C5)kyFe^YGn~auhOe. hb```w $ @6 3@{my2JNbIcg-cc`1F3dtkcoIJB If a program that scored at least 4.0 on each rating scale assessment wants to reapply for a higher star rating, the facility will be responsible for the cost of the re-assessment(s). 2 0 obj The Scale consists of 35 items organized into 6 subscales: ERS and Environment Rating Scale are registered trademarks of Teachers College, Columbia University.. The assessment report includes a section called "Summary of Indicators Not Receiving Credit" that identifies every indicator where requirements were not met. Additionally, SACERS-U items 12, 14, and 43-47 are not scored. 1. -EM/N?,f 5{V=|Go1`3y =lbIY=%XiyQWaH~ m?_Xu>V*` l.7>%{m4pS[ xp! 4 endstream endobj startxref Schedule (All About ECERS- R p.353) At least one-third of the day is set aside for center time (2 hours, 7 . For example, there are 5 infant and toddler classrooms and 5 preschool classrooms. 954 0 obj <> endobj Title. . YoungStar Consultant will contact your program to schedule an initial visit and . 4. The ECERS-3 observation can take place any day of the week; therefore, it is important for gross motor play to take place at the same time so everyday activities are predictable to children. This generally occurswhen children are not using the space andchildren will not be photographed. Depending on the facility type, the interview process may involve the child care provider, the lead classroom teacher, and /or other program staff that take care of children at various times of the day. 0 r hb```b``f``"nA10pl`Hh1a|a " v;,P6a^x!UuEwY*p KpTn[+x"cR. E\9yE4& xMi6HQ")O`N#PhN4|7PP $+`RAu2J^j`;::+:@ `,H nXk#HBAA8P The Environment Rating Scales can also be purchased from Teachers College Press (1-800-575-6566), Red Leaf Press (1-800-423-8309), Kaplan (1-800-334-2014) and Amazon.com. Prior to the assessment inform the children that they will have a visitor to help them feel more comfortable during the assessment. 70Wt40Wt0C m@f# C4ZK6%MV8*mp`uz%~&.V7.c` 2 U& dqF#GMor. \jG3Vq8tF?i85X:vk!4S?%.}28!T4z:8tS%=iz=/x_ E; After the assessment is scheduled, a packet of information and forms will be sent to you. Some of the requirements foritems under this subscale Scoring Refinements. An ITERS-R, ECERS-R, and SACERS-U assessment will be needed, so each room will be assessed. There should not be a sudden need to overhaul a classroom because one or even a few children are now 31 months old. H\n0. Some of the requirements for items under this subscale Scoring Refinements . During the visit, the assessor will observe and take notes on a wide variety of interactions, activities, and materials as required by the rating scale. ECERS-R Webinar Series . For after school assessments using the SACERS-U, the observation will continue for at least 2 hours, but may last longer during assessments that occur on full days such as during the summer. kh2G&g m+Bv#2o=Q^ IoC"Dx1{>?tx 7ggXdT}.)k%.O;~\_&CRoKv.McxTX(6X 9V9\ab>?~f#,O l pKu\bYbD(FEW-r1llPM7E)veX&vVb?'f/vv2Uw)o6r0]FQK&wu"p]/gYSR'munQ _#(PR56 3Ppc3i<7\/6}1{n5.iDk(q7~KHJ:p& O3yhfvji5C(|l^Q\jkSD 3\Oo: >0TXO( 8&Az~rO%J8+%AZdr+jQX$. Information about the grievance process can be found on our "Resources" list. endstream endobj 742 0 obj <>/Metadata 55 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[767 0 R]>>/Outlines 82 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 737 0 R/StructTreeRoot 107 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 743 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 744 0 obj <>stream lbj][%K!m$-%0v4^? .]5m}Sq!tb~]b8IGG;}cF*WQ7~u*lIj\A5rjNt1xM\|gdDNh:Ut#1d{?I~]`}_`KG._'h %%EOF ECERS-R 101 Why the DECE uses the ECERS -R tool What the ECERS -R tool measures, broadly . School age children need to be in care for at least two hours each afternoon before a SACERS-U assessment can be completed. For example, the assessor will observe indoor and outdoor spaces for play and routine care, materials used by the children, health practices, staff/child interactions, and so on. f4Fmm&oz?VpXV'P1sPFZX@x~uxa? Title. &3_o5^[&v"NU\/mo@uf&|zcO$4>`qBOrT$;PC>8?`qJqy! This can help identify indicators beyond a lower scoring indicator or even those at the 7 level, where additional consideration may be helpful in improving children's experiences. Teachers need to be aware of their own reactions to the stress/pressure of an assessment and make sure to avoid changing their own behaviors or expectations for children when there is an assessor present. 1230 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<0174C774DB214944AC656BFD73EFA6F9>]/Index[1205 40]/Info 1204 0 R/Length 115/Prev 488749/Root 1206 0 R/Size 1245/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream 198 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<4BE035E12F6D0448A4089B5D62FF9FBD>]/Index[186 28]/Info 185 0 R/Length 80/Prev 322462/Root 187 0 R/Size 214/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream 0 hbbd```b`` q+dL6`DDe4X X The ECERS-R was published in 1998 as an updated version of the original ECERS, which came out in 1980. . Remember, it often takes time to change behaviors and practices, so assessment preparation should be viewed as an ongoing process, rather than a short term activity.

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