What kind of questions should I ask my interviewer?

Which kind of questions ask to the interviewer who want to start a family day care centre?

• Answer:

  Why do you do child care? What do you like about it? Tell me about your center/home. What do you hope to accomplish in caring for each child? How do you handle various situations: if a child cries, if a child won't eat, if a child hits other children? How long have you (and other staff members) been child care providers? What education and special training in child development have you (and your staff) received? Describe a child in your care. Listen to the tone of voice used and think about whether you would like your child talked about in that way. Are you (and your staff members) trained in first aid procedures and CPR? How much turnover have you had in your staff in the last two years (for day care centers and larger home settings)? Why have people left? How long do you think you'll be doing child care in the future? Do you have other plans, such as changing careers or returning to school? How much do you charge? Does the fee vary according to the child's age? Is there a discount if I place more than one child in your care? Is care available on a part-time basis? What hours are you available or what hours is your facility open? Are you available/open on weekends and holidays? What is your policy regarding sick children? How do you handle situations in which a child becomes ill during the day? How many children are cared for and what are their age groupings? What is the adult-child ratio in each group? According to the National Association for the Education of Young Children, in a child care setting there should be at least one adult for every four infants five younger toddlers (12 to 24 months) six older toddlers (2 to 3 years), including the caregiver's own (with no more than two infants under one year). Are you licensed or registered? Is your facility accredited by the NAEYC or the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)? This indicates that the facility meets special, higher criteria than licensing standards Peace, Love & Happiness