ECE 295 - Mgmt of Early Childhood Programs

WR 115  or WR 114  - Expository Writing in Spanish, or designated placement,

WR 115Q  as required, and

ECE 136  or permission of Instructor

Course Description: Studies principles and practices in supervision and management of preschool and child care centers, including organization, budgeting, personnel records, relationships with community resources, regulatory agencies, and working with parents. Community observations in early childhood settings are required. 

Course Learning Outcomes:

• CLO#1: Articulate a vision for an early childhood program.
• CLO#2: Describe a variety of strategies for effective supervision, coaching, mentoring of program staff.
• CLO#3: Examine principles and strategies for effective early childhood program leadership and management.
• CLO#4: Explain the director’s role in building and supporting community in an early childhood program involving children, families, and staff. (ILO: Communication)
• CLO#5: Examine quality indicators of an early childhood program.
• CLO#6: Assess the effectiveness of the administration of an early childhood program.