ELSC18
Module 18: Childminding (Optional)
Outcome
Examine the roles and responsibilities of a childminder.
Indicators
(a) List the responsibilities of a childminder.
(b) Discuss the use of personal devices (e.g., phones) when caring for children.
(c) Explain how to recognize signs of child abuse and neglect and discuss the childminder’s responsibility to report them.
(d) Discuss how to ensure personal safety and security when caring for children in their homes.
(e) Identify organizations offering First Aid and CPR courses and discuss the benefits of such courses.
(f) Explore family expectations of childminders when caring for their children (e.g., punctuality, meal preparation, homework, use of personal devices, giving baths).
(g) Identify different ways of communicating with parents and guardians (e.g., texting, phoning, emailing).
(h) Plan safe and engaging activities for different age groups (e.g., organizing and leading activities for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school aged children).
(i) Discuss strategies for minding children with exceptionalities (e.g., addressing safety concerns, adaptations).
(j) Demonstrate how to talk about hourly pay and payment methods with parents and guardians.
(k) Research employment opportunities in the community and abroad as a nanny, au pair or early learning and child care caregiver.
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