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How To Reassure Staff During a Low Enrollment Season

Every year in August as my summer camp comes to an end, many of the school-age children leave the program to go back to school and this usually leaves 16-to-20 slots for me to fill. In fact, this year, I started marketing my program 6-weeks before the camp ended, so that  as the school-age kids were leaving the program….the preschoolers would be coming in.

Several days prior to writing this blog post, I was observing two of my staff members as they talked about how many of the kids had already left the program due to the summer camp ending. One of the teachers looked really concerned. So, I walked over and said to her, “You seem to be worried about the enrollment?” She (sadly) replied, “Yes I am.”

I kindly reminded her that this season is not going to last long and that we will have new students coming soon. Also, I encouraged her  not to worry about her hours being cut or losing her job. After I spoke with her, she smiled and appeared as if two buildings were lifted off her shoulders.

Moreover, since my talk with the teacher who was concerned about low enrollment, I have enrolled six new students and this was the response that I received from that concerned staff member, Wow! You said more children would be coming!

I only have a few more enrollment slots to fill, however, I am so thankful that I did not have to lay off staff due to a sudden shift in enrollment after the summer camp ended. Furthermore, after my brief talk with that teacher, I also realized the importance of having open and supportive communication with your staff during tough seasons.

Furthermore, be careful of  the words that you speak over your childcare business as you build enrollment. Your words are so powerful. So, be sure to stay in a mode of expectation.

I shared my story with you to encourage you to reassure your staff when there is a change in enrollment, especially during low enrollment seasons.

Here’s something to think about: you depend on the money from your business to pay your bills and your staff depends on you to provide them with a  job to pay their bills, so in the event that you foresee or anticipate a shift in enrollment, they should be informed. This will help to minimize unnecessary anxiety or gossip.

Also, be sure that you are not worried and always have confidence that more kids are coming. As you walk in confidence during a Low Enrollment season, you can be assured that your staff will catch that same attitude!

With Enrollment in Mind!

Shiketa

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Summer Program Training Ideas for Child Care Center Owners

 

A Successful and fun summer camp begins with having trained staff. This is why it is vital that you schedule a time shortly before your summer camp starts, to host a summer camp training session.

In fact, when your staff knows what you expect and they have the information that they need to perform their duties effectively and this will = A Safe and Fun summer camp.

Here are five training points to discuss with your staff:

  • First Aid procedures– Discuss how to handle bee stings, injuries, heat illness, etc. Share this article with your staff; Being prepared the first aid kit
  • Weather/Outdoor time– Talk about when the children are to go outdoors in the event of a heat advisory. Download the Child Care Weather Watch Chart
  • Discuss/Review Field trip  policies Discuss van/head count procedures, rules for the children, etc.
  • Share Ways for the teacher to keep cool on the playground: wear sunglasses, bottle water, sun hat,etc.
  • Provide Handouts or resources for enriching summer time activities. Here’s a great site to check out! Click here

 

I am very sure that your teachers will appreciate the fact that you took the time to empower them to be safe and have fun this summer! For more summer camp/program ideas, be sure to download the Summer Camp Planning eGuide.

 

With a Safe and Summer of fun in mind!

Shiketa Morgan

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Child Care Center, Staff Meetings, Staffing, Summer Program

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