At least two staff members are scheduled to open and responsible for:
turning on ALL lights
unlocking ALL doors
checking attendance voicemail and writing down messages
taking down chairs in opening classrooms
emptying dishwasher (if applicable), putting all dishes away
placing clothes from the washing machine (if applicable) in the dryer, folding clothes from the dryer
turning on printer and copier
checking the ProCare sign-in system to ensure it is running
mixing and replenishing large sanitizer jug if necessary
OPENING THE CLASSROOM
The first educator assigned to each classroom in the morning must complete these tasks by 8:00 a.m. Task completion should never interfere with classroom responsibilities or interactions with children and families.
ensure sign-in sheet is accessible and correct
set up choices in Toddler and Preschool classroom areas
read notes left by staff or Admin
make sure entryway outside classroom is clean and organized
retrieve toys and/or laundry from previous day from dishwasher, Zono, or dryer
restock spoons, forks, gloves, plates, tissues, paper towels, diapers/wipes, diaper paper, diaper bags for the day
for Infants, ensure toys are available on the mats
preschool teachers prepare snacks and water for the day