Preparation for Occasional 
& Temporary Positions

• Receive job opportunities by cell phone or pager..
• Register and complete Infant and Child CPR coursework.
• Upon agreeing to position, contact family by phone.
• Describe qualifications/child care experience.
• Confirm hourly wage.
• Get explicit directions from the family .(Plan to use a map and take telephone number).
• Plan to discuss activities appropriate for the ages of the children.
• Develop appropriate disciplinary possibilities to be discussed with the family.
• Contact both the family and Child Care Professionals, Inc. with any scheduling changes.

• Arrive 5 minutes early or on time.
• Discuss the following:
• Phone number of parents or neighbors.
• Names and phone numbers of doctor, dentist, hospital.        (A Client Emergency Information Form has been forwarded to the families to complete.)
• Home security systems, locks on doors, etc.
• Duties, hours, and transportation requirements, including mileage, automobile insurance and car seats.
• Bedtime, bathing and TV rules.

• Locate medical insurance information and authorization forms. 
• Discuss how meals and activities will be reimbursed.

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