Policy and Procedure Manual - Riverland Hills Baptist Church

Policy and Procedure ManualUpdated May 2009

Christy ToddMinister of ChildrenRiverland Hills Baptist Church772-3227christy@riverlandhills.orgKristen TeagueMOPPETS Director803-731-0502we70734@bellsouth.netElise KirkpatrickHome School Program Director803-407-8348chrisskirkpatrick@yahoo.com1

Dismissal and Clean-UpDismissal:Place all handouts and personal items back inside each child’s diaper bag.For older children, organize all handouts by the child’s name and have them readyfor the parents’ when they arrive.Be prompt and cheerful when greeting parents at the door. Ask parents to “Stopand Wait” at the door and keep doors closed as much as possible.Collect the security tag from the parents. If a parent does not have a security tag,have them speak with the MOPPETS Director. Do not make any exceptions.Remember: NO TAG = NO CHILD!!Never let a child pick up a child. Children must be older than 18 to pick up achild and must have the appropriate security card.Be very careful how you speak to parents regarding their child. Speak gently andwith understanding if there has been a problem with their child that you thinkthey need to know about.Clean-Up:All toys that need to be disinfected should be placed in the white, mesh baglocated in your room.Return all toys to the supply closets and cabinets.Sheets, smocks, bibs, blankets, etc. should be placed in the dirty clothes hamper.There is one in the Bed Baby room.Put any trash in the trashcans.Place all cookies back inside their containers and seal tightly.Leave all countertops clean and clear.Straighten up all classrooms and leave them in neat order.6

Health InformationAllergy, Medical and Security Needs:All members and visitors are requested to provide allergy and medicalinformation to the Moppet staff.At the beginning of each session, staff should familiarize themselves with medicalinformation on all children in their room. This information is found on theregistration forms contained in the black MOPPETS binder in each room.Please follow the instructions on the red allergy/medical cards.If further assistance is needed, please contact the MOPPETS Director.Sickness:Children with the following symptoms in the past twenty-four hours shouldnot be brought into the Moppets Classroom:Vomiting/DiarrheaGreen/Cloudy MucusInflamed throat or mouthFeverRunny or infected eyesCroup, coughing, sneezingAny symptoms of childhood diseases (chicken pox, measles, mumps, etc.)Any skin infections (boils, impetigo, unexplained rash, etc.)Head lice or scabiesIf you have any questions or concerns, please contact the MOPPETS Director.Neither teachers nor volunteers are allowed to dispense medications. Parentsmust dispense all medications.Basic first aid bags are located in the cabinets in each room. The bags say “GodRocks” on them.If you feel a child needs to be removed from class, contact the MOPPETSDirector.7

Discipline and AccidentsDiscipline:1. The best way to handle discipline issues during the preschool years is to redirecttheir attention.2. Use the “time out” method to discipline a disruptive or difficult child. Oneminute per age is a good estimate. Even the youngest of children can relate to thismethod and can be placed in a time-out chair, crib, or high chair.3. Us a firm voice if necessary, but do not yell.4. Be cautious of your adult strength and handle preschoolers gently. Fingernails, afirm hold, or a strong grip can potentially leave marks on a child.5. NEVER STRIKE, SHAKE OR SLAP A CHILD!!! This includes your own child ifthey are in your care during your time of service.6. NEVER USE ANY FORM OF CORPORAL PUNISHMENT!7. If a child continues to be disruptive, please contact the MOPPETS Director.Accidents:1. Remember to wear rubber gloves when dealing with any kind of bodily fluid.2. First Aid Kits are located in the baby room.3. If an accident should occur of any type, contact the MOPPETS Directorimmediately.4. Fill out an accident form explaining to the parents exactly what happened andhow you treated the child.8