``This notice is to inform you that child care services will be terminated in two weeks because at this time I am unable to continue offering child care services for your family. Your child's last day of care will be (date). Your remaining balance for the last two weeks of care is (amount) and is due on (date).''
While Florida has no law for a minimum age to babysit, most experts say age 12 is a good age to consider light babysitting responsibility such as an hour or so while parents run an errand. However, there are several other factors to consider before allowing your child to care for siblings or other children.
Currently, Florida law requires that anyone who provides child care in their home for more than one unrelated family must be either registered or licensed through the Department of Children and Families.
For children from birth through 1 year of age, there must be one child care personnel for every four children. 2. For children 1 year of age or older, but under 2 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every six children.
Always say goodbye to your child (never sneak away) and let them know you'll be back. Don't make a BIG deal about leaving. Keep it light, and keep it quick. The longer you linger, the more upset your child will get. A quick hug and kiss and ``Have a great day! Love you. See you in a few hours.'' is perfect.
Once a complete application is received it will be processed within 90 days.
Associate's degree or higher WITH at least six (6) college credit hours in early childhood education/child development AND at least 480 hours experience in a child care setting serving children ages birth through eight (8). Degrees must be earned from an accredited institution.
Child care personnel must pass competency exams for the 40 hours of training to demonstrate their competency or receive an educational exemption. AND one (1) of the following: Infant and Toddler Appropriate Practices (5 hours) Preschool Appropriate Practices (5 hours)
Child abuse, aggravated child abuse, and child neglect (Section 827.03) are severe disqualifying offenses. Additionally, involvement in sexual performance by a child (Section 827.071) is a disqualifier.
To get a daycare job without experience, it will help to pair your high school diploma with an Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate. Additionally, you may want to consider pursuing a professional certification like the Child Development Associate (CDA®) credential from the Council for Professional Recognition.