In the first two articles of this series on understanding a child care center director’s complex role (see Parts 1 & 2), we’ve focused primarily on interpersonal relations. Though connecting with students, teachers, staff members, and parents is vitally important, there are some other practical aspects to directing a child care center that must not […]
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Understanding the Multifaceted Role of a Child Care Center Director, Part 2
When it comes to hiring a child care center director, finding the right person for the job can be a daunting task. If you’re someone serving in the role of a child care center director, you know what a huge responsibility you have to provide your young students with a safe, caring educational environment in […]
Understanding the Multifaceted Role of a Child Care Center Director, Part 1
In his book The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader: Becoming the Person Others Will Want to Follow, Dr. John C. Maxwell states, “Everything rises and falls on leadership.” If an organization has effective leadership, it has a huge advantage toward reaching long-term success. This adage holds just as when it comes to the director […]
Keeping Germs at Bay in Your Child Care Center, Part 2
If you’re not careful, your child care center can easily become a place where contagious illnesses thrive. As important as policies for exclusion may be, the most significant factor in preventing the spread of common childhood illnesses is actually proper hygiene. Unfortunately, many illnesses become contagious while they’re still asymptomatic (lacking visible symptoms). So no […]
Keeping Germs at Bay in Your Child Care Center, Part 1
When flu season rolls around, it’s easy to resign yourself to the idea that a barrage of illnesses will be making its way through your child care center throughout the winter months. If it seems to you that kids are more likely than adults to get sick, your instincts are right! As children’s bodies build […]
How Jackrabbit Can Help Your Cheer Gym Get Organized, This Year
You make it work, of course, but your organizational processes could certainly be more streamlined, right? Like most cheer gyms, we’re guessing yours utilizes several different web-based services and software programs to make your business run (somewhat) more smoothly. But keeping it all straight can be exhausting, can’t it? And asking someone else to jump […]
Keys to Successfully Dealing with Frustrated Parents at the Daycare
One of the unpleasant realities of running a daycare center is encountering angry parents from time to time. Whether they’re mildly upset or furious, being confronted by these parents can be unnerving. Here are a few reminders that will come in handy when you’re faced with these unpredictable challenges. Maintain a Calm, Supportive Attitude Though […]
5 Requirements for Class Management Software, Part 2
As you look for new class management software, there are several factors to consider. We looked at 3 requirements you want to check on in Part 1. As important as those may be, you don’t want to forget to check out these last 2 requirements. No matter what system you choose, a learning curve will […]
5 Requirements for Class Management Software, Part 1
Class management software. You understand that it’s important, but how do you decide which company to choose? Well, we have a few aspects for you to consider, as you weigh your options. We’ve come up with this list over a decade of listening to business owners who have been in the same quandary that you […]
4 Signs It Might Be Time To Sell Your Transportation Business
It makes sense that your reticence about selling your company is on par with sending your first child into the world on her own: You’ve invested a lifetime’s worth of blood, sweat, and tears into your transportation company. Never mind your life’s savings. You don’t want to wait until you have to sell, but at […]