Pine Street Preschool

A Bit About Me

Hi, my name is Jennifer Webb I have been working in the early childhood education field for nearly 15 years. Early childhood education is something that I am truly passionate about. I love what I do!

Over these years I have worn many hats. I have worked for a variety of child care centers. Such as, small child care programs , city based child care programs and corporate sponsored child care centers . I have been assistant teacher, lead teacher, cook, van driver summer activity leader and curriculum trainer (sometimes all in the same day). I have had the chance to work with a variety of age groups from six weeks old through school aged children.

My Goal

My goal as your child care provider is to provide a safe,nurturing, stable, loving, fun, clean environment where your child can grow and learn. I also want to provide you, the parent a comfortable and trusted place you can leave your child while you are working. I will always strive to nurture your child’s unique qualities and potential. I believe that doing this successfully makes a difference in the lives of the children and their families.

What Pine Street Preschool has to offer your child

There are several great things that a home based childcare has to offer compared to a commercial day care center:

• Small Group Sizes
• Comfort in staff consistency (it is just me)
• Individual Attention that helps your child feel valued and respected
• Open Communication between myself and the families of children in my care.
• Customized Curriculum based on your child’s interest and needs
• Healthier environment because of the smaller group size then a commercial day care and I can keep your child’s environment clean and sanitized
• Quality Toys
• Children are allowed to explore with all materials available to them at their own pace

My Philosophy

I value and respect all the children and families who enter my child care home. All children have the right to a safe, healthy, nurturing, environment. I believe children thrive best in a small group environment and learn when they have the opportunity to explore and have fun. I believe children should have developmentally age appropriate activities that reflect their individual interests and talents.

My Certifications

My home has undergone safety inspections with both the Fire Marshall and State Health Inspections. I am a licensed child care professional through the state of Nebraska. I must obtain twelve (12) hours of childcare related education each year. I have met or exceeded this standard each year I have worked in child care programs.
I also hold and keep current CPR and First Aid certification.

Daily Schedule

7:30-8:30 Arrivals-greetings, self directed play and diapering

8:30-9:00 Clean up, hand washing and prepare for breakfast

8:30-9:00 Family Style breakfast

9:00-9:30 Outdoor Play

10:15-11:00 Rotation between:
Teacher Directed Project’s and Activities/Self directed play / group time

11:00-11:30 Self directed play/Television/Hand washing

11:30-11:45 Hand washing and prepare for lunch

11:45-12:15 Family Style Lunch

12:15-12:30 Hand washing/Brush Teeth/Diapering

12:30-2:30 Nap/quiet activities(only for children 12 month and older)

2:30-3:00 Diapering, mat clean up, hand washing, and snack preparation

3:00-3:30 Family Style Snack

3:30-4:00 Clean up, hand washing
Open Choice Center / Teacher Directed activities

4:00-4:30 Outdoor Play

4:30-6:00 Diapers, stories, puzzles, self directed play and departures

**Diapering will occur on individual child’s needs through out the day**

We start our day at 7:30 in the morning. We usually follow this daily schedule but of course when working with young children FLEXIBILITY is the key so times and events may vary depending on the day.