{"id":2646,"date":"2024-01-16T02:11:15","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T07:11:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gklc2023.mysites.io\/?page_id=2646"},"modified":"2025-05-05T14:41:07","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T18:41:07","slug":"our-teachers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/growingkids.com\/our-teachers\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Teachers"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGrowing Kids Learning Center staff requirements exceed the highest state standards for preschool. We use a nationally recognized assessment system to screen and reference check our staff.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Many of our staff have CDA\u2019s, Associate or Bachelor degrees, or are experienced professionals in Early Childhood Education.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAll of our new teachers are required to go through an orientation and training during their first week. This includes general health hazards and policies, program goals and objectives, emergency evacuation and procedures, cleaning and sanitizing procedures, licensing rules, developmentally appropriate practices and much more. Every teacher must be trained in pediatric CPR and First Aid.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTeachers have over 30 hours of training in early childhood their first year with Growing Kids. They continue with more than 20 hours a year of ongoing training and attending conferences in early childhood education and development. We always encourage our teachers to continue their formal education. We have staff that have an excellent rapport with young children and are able to provide an educational, safe and caring environment for the children.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Honoring Excellence in Early Childhood Education<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWe\u2019re proud to spotlight the Forchetti Family YMCA Center for Early Learning\u2014a beacon of quality, equity, and employee support in early childhood education. Recognized by the Indiana Association for the Education of Young Children (INAEYC), this center stands out for its unwavering commitment to children and the dedicated educators who serve them.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAt the core of the Forchetti Family YMCA\u2019s mission is a workplace culture that uplifts and empowers its team through professional development, open communication, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. Educators are encouraged to bring their full selves to the classroom each day\u2014supported, appreciated, and given space to grow.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThis award-winning center ensures that families from all backgrounds access enriching programs from early childhood education and after-school care to innovative enrichment opportunities. This blend of affordability, high-quality care, and employee-centered values makes Forchetti Family YMCA a model of excellence in the Duneland community and beyond.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn more about how INAEYC uplifts early education leaders like Forchetti YMCA at inaeyc.org<\/a>.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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