TECA 1318 – Wellness of the Young Child
Alternate NAEYC Accredited Center Site Review Checklist
Required Component – This assignment is required for completion of this course. If this assignment is not completed with 70% of possible points, you will not receive a passing grade in this class. This assignment will NOT be in person during Covid.
NAEYC Accredited Center Site Review– For this assignment, you are to assume the role of a NAEYC Reviewer on a site visit, determining accreditation of a child care center.
DIRECTIONS:
For this assignment, you are to assume the role of a NAEYC Reviewer on a site visit, determining accreditation of a child care center.
- Complete the NAEYC Accredited Center Checklist. Describe NAEYC expectations for each of the areas listed on the checklist that you would observe. Focus on Standard 5: Health and Standard 9: Physical Environment. The NAEYC Standards are found using this link: https://www.naeyc.org/sites/default/files/globally-shared/downloads/PDFs/accreditation/early-learning/standards_assessment_2019.pdf
- Write your one page summary that includes:
- Reactions of your “visit” or to the NAEYC standards listed in the checklist.
- Comparison of information obtained from your textbook, other readings and in class discussions to the lab assignment. (How are they alike? How are they different?) There should be three-four comparisons.
- Include at least three-four changes you would expect to see centers make in order to accommodate the COVID-19 limitations that relate to our wellness (health, safe, and nutrition) class.
Submit the completed Center Checklist and the Summary in the assignment tool.
Student’s Name Date
- Describe the following playground area and equipment.
| Area or equipment | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Fence and gate | |
| Playground surfaces (grass, sand, wood chips) | |
| Landscaping | |
| Riding toys/riding path | |
| Playground equipment (swings, slides, climbing apparatus,) | |
| Fall zone area | |
| Sand and water play |
- Supervision of children while on the playground is essential. Describe how teachers should interact with the children to help prevent accidents.
- Observe a preschool classroom and describe how the following help to make a safe environment.
| Preschool Area | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Floor surface (clean, nonskid, no spills) | |
| Furniture (no sharp edges, shelves, arrangement) | |
| Temperature (well-ventilated, comfortable temperature) | |
| Lighting (windows, overhead lighting) | |
| Cleaning solutions | |
| Electrical outlets, cords | |
| Cubbies/ places for personal belongings | |
| Smoke detector | |
| NAEYC accreditation expiration date (how often must it be renewed?) |
- Observe an infant classroom and describe how the following criteria help to make a safe environment.
| Infant Area | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Diapering area (describe the diapering procedure) | |
| Toys pass the No-choke test | |
| Bottles labeled/ Feeding infants | |
| Toys disinfected | |
| Cribs | |
| Extra clothing |
- Medication.
| Medication | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Administration | |
| Storage |
- Handwashing is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of disease. Describe in detail, step by step, the procedure a teacher should follow.
7. Observe the bathroom area. Describe the items and list any safety or health issues related to items relating to the bathroom.
| Bathroom | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Floor | |
| Toilets | |
| Sinks | |
| Soap/towels |
8. List the items needed in an emergency
| Emergency Information | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Emergency numbers | |
| First Aid Supplies | |
| Emergency supplies (flashlight, fire extinguisher, battery operated radio) | |
| Emergency escape route |
9. Observe a meal time with preschoolers. Describe what you observed.
| Meal | Expectations based upon NAEYC Standards |
| Interaction between teachers and children | |
| Family style or plate service | |
| Clean up | |
| Well balanced meal | |
| Food Dealers Permit |
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