Meet Selena Davis, a licensed in-home childcare provider, and Concy Rajkumar, the director of a Montessori preschool, both of whom offer “confessions” that give viewers a good idea of what is involved in these childcare careers. While Montessori employs a more structured classroom setting compared to in-home daycare, both occupations share many similarities, which become evident as both women discuss education and licensing requirements, expected salary, time and energy commitments, and various challenges and joys that are unique to the profession. While childcare carries an enormous amount of responsibility, one does not need a high school diploma to obtain a childcare license, and a four-year college degree is not necessary for becoming a Montessori teacher, which makes both options realistic for people with limited higher education or those attending night school. The women are obviously dedicated to their jobs, and clearly enjoy their work: it's inspiring to hear Davis talk about how she loves having a reputation as a daycare provider who will take kids who are “off the hook” (i.e., problem kids) and offer them a healthy, disciplined environment. Recommended. Aud: H, C, P. (E. Gieschen)
Confessions of a Montessori Teacher & In-Home Childcare Provider
(2007) 15 min. DVD or VHS: $49.95 (teacher’s guide included). Learning Zone Express. PPR. Closed captioned. ISBN: 1-57175-563-2 (dvd), 1-57175-562-4 (vhs). Volume 23, Issue 3
Confessions of a Montessori Teacher & In-Home Childcare Provider
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