There are several standard documents that you should be aware and your consultant may have other documents related to the program standards portion of the NC Star Rated License. endstream endobj 36 0 obj <> endobj 37 0 obj <> endobj 38 0 obj <>stream %%EOF 0 V5JA w8&B3QPIPGyDL#u*myuPQT% 9H>mytP0:{s 6CnbNCR/>}LCqXP 82g*))xb3M,D(=\v>8zK"Q!&5P'8f"XX")L1"Z.S(T"z5m1k?&.=B.9!q`f jU 0@&-o&]qy{xZl(CBG6rzT8(voi]ogsv* +T{Op<0"yP`v"5(Ao8[s!(/*Vly'jJYY,I [H XHu'kql2)[Xt!ev" endstream endobj 1507 0 obj <>/Metadata 69 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[1533 0 R]>>/Outlines 95 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 1501 0 R/StructTreeRoot 134 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 1508 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 1509 0 obj <>stream ECERS only 11. 4TlUig)l;782XF+Qk(>I?OAYyWy"W,A:BWPe4OLGd@FG~9Ai+3XgVg=/7y i9Cx"Y%X+m^c=Z4\XhP~mo$(Z*@I$,b^-=\RLFwWet{M"XD3Ms+-)K'wr*;U)tpO I|BHkf WaG=Um=G}Zy0k)9Xr For example, there are 5 infant and toddler classrooms and 9 preschool classrooms. The structure of the ECERS-R recognizes that different types of philosophies, priorities, and characteristics (e.g., teaching strategies, interactions, and various content areas) can lead to positive outcomes for children. These documents are available under the "Resources" menu and include: D:bvdW*aZ[6N K,er\v40!4cV*>[n(am:cUNBRHHx,EQap~/ ^QkZhfZU Pf+noE$d]cfQ!g. Some of the requirements foritems under this subscale Scoring Refinements. ECERS-R 101 Why the DECE uses the ECERS -R tool What the ECERS -R tool measures, broadly . hbbd```b``Q)fO Ld6"yWH!zhi"#@$3VyD2Mprm$9ylkzyG3X&00R3@ r endstream endobj 199 0 obj <>>>/Lang(en-US)/MarkInfo<>/Metadata 12 0 R/Pages 196 0 R/StructTreeRoot 20 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 200 0 obj <>/MediaBox[0 0 612 792]/Parent 196 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 201 0 obj <>stream The assessor will arrive when the center or home opens or when children are arriving. 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In this case they may choose to complete the grievance process and send their concerns about the assessment results in writing. The summary report is designed to provide constructive feedback so child care provider and directors may enhance the programs quality through developing a plan of action. hb```\ cc`aX )r008Fb9wK PDF ECERS-3 Materials Checklist - Center for Early Learning Professionals %%EOF endstream endobj 1206 0 obj <>/Metadata 76 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[1231 0 R]>>/Outlines 102 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 1200 0 R/StructTreeRoot 139 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 1207 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 1208 0 obj <>stream 35 0 obj <> endobj The range of quality scores are easy to understand. Talk with a DCDEE Child Care Consultant about the assessment and/or receive assistance from an outside agency (such as your local Smart Start Partnership or Child Care Resource & Referral). 4. The tool is also used by the California Quality Rating and Improvement System (CA-QRIS) as one of the elements rated for quality. PDF EARLY CHILDHOOD ENVIRONMENT RATING SCALE - REVISED (ECERS-R) Statements n68`y^7Eynys_\xF5[AX1F,j]:h$IfPkmW7[WUh^~-izQ4m7 Staff-child interactions 6. endstream endobj 742 0 obj <>/Metadata 55 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[767 0 R]>>/Outlines 82 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 737 0 R/StructTreeRoot 107 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 743 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 744 0 obj <>stream <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> If only one child is enrolled, an assessment will not occur. 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Description. 1244 0 obj <>stream Frequently Asked Questions - NCRLAP hXn7>&hex &kk, K)re](V,pf8{VQH B-F)HD. ECERS Materials Requirement ECERS Minimum Materials Requirement *Material should consist of two contrasted items (e.g., sushi and a burrito or challah loaf and a croissant). 1205 0 obj <> endobj {AR'&|Bt~8A]KUc7AWM;.xW{vuZ Most ofthese items relate to time spent in free play/learning centers. hbbd```b`` q+dL6`DDe4X X ECERS-R 101 Why the DECE uses the ECERS -R tool What the ECERS -R tool measures, broadly . 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W^8ayXep>`o0w+Lz+oZkK<8nvh~xNq@[L` ,J;SFiKiKtT Remember to pay attention to items that scored high, and not only any lower scoring items, to make sure the same strong characteristics are present in the areas that scored well before. The ITERS-R is used when the majority of children are younger than 31 months of age. 1For more information about the ECERS-R scale and ECERS-R item requirements, please see the All About the ECERS-R book, and the ECERS-R spiral bound scale. PDF ECERS Daily Schedule Checklist - Buncombe Partnership for Children Set up a daily schedule that . This project is a program of the FPG Child Development Institute at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. ECERS-R Webinar Series . Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale-Revised (ECERS-R) 202 (two hours): Prerequisite: 101-Foundations or attendance at an ITERS-R, ECERS-R, or SACERS prior to July 2007. 0 Schedule. The observation will continue for at least 3 hours when using the ITERS-R, ECERS-R, and FCCERS-R, but is also likely that a longer observation will occur. However, if there are 5, 6, or 7 preschool classrooms then 2 ECERS-R assessments are needed. Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, Revised (ECERS-R) 2. 0 Upon Arrival of the Assessor _bt.P-$N#K]rUs_X$b[c\A7k[a 5&2l!2`!h:/_W&|BZ'YvSjvYvVZvxQ\?3#X,5A. 35. Remember, it often takes time to change behaviors and practices, so assessment preparation should be viewed as an ongoing process, rather than a short term activity. 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If there are times of the day that tend to be more challenging or there are other predictable "higher need" times or situations, consider whether other program level resources, such as strategically using additional staff at these times, could be used to support teachers and enhance the functioning of each classroom. hVmo6+bNJ@a,s A9G,$w$i$I8BrRc$"&\1D(lP`+38W$"~,vX]yO/n=[:8r;W0Z}Qb~=Y,E6`kX7 `I#rY4g'+oQu~l]Q=;3g:W};.^sSa3fXn.LMtYHAM!,1o.]Y=eQl[o Sp'}QYat?$bPki_ $oG~*Yi,_-7 O*:!. 4 0 obj We encourage you to share your questions with your child care consultant. The completed report is forwarded to the DCDEE Child Care Consultant who will contact the owner/provider to review and discuss the summary report. h hbbd``b`^$ @Dx0]$ (be Hp:@ HH(X@6H`%2f`bd*%3|0 ` If there is only one classroom that fits into the age guideline of a rating scale, then that classroom will be assessed. 0 It also helps the schedule run smoothly when classrooms and toilets are very BcpPDD:HFI'_wHgO_hH DFeb^uVs!E^U^6O"h 8[U4[ml>nkh3k=45KYC^>rze:P9dGj-Vr >iv'@LbC<3iuNv[2;OeX`:zta8aad}bOON.#DICn'' o}33DSICm' _b6N^}Am[cTDICn[' T)=\;U/d]/1\"IBut" t%JaMJ3wuL,k.7 Q{4 7=;r\:Qs9\9S8Ph8vn5M3Z2BRIH 10:=L/be4&g9L$b9@aCcnl= 1XI9]SA-x&cTQt!L7"]b{*U`0"TNl*BI# mobXTejA:$ .$HVo H1ET XDi$)Pg{} ;| opportunities, and daily schedule significantly impacts children's behavior in childcare. By planning and implementing a daily schedule that incorporates the most important requirements of an ECERS evaluation, you will provide children with a learning-rich day with plenty of teacher-directed and child-led activities. PDF Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS-R) 102 PDF Introduction to the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale (ECERS) Typically, most programs that choose to complete the assessment process for the Star Rated License will be assessed every 3 years, unless otherwise specified by their DCDEE Child Care Consultant. 1. Changes in the daily schedule that reduces the amount of time children can access gross motor space and equipment may impact the score of many Items . If the majority of children are school-age, a SACERS-U assessment will be completed, even if there are some younger children enrolled. *Please note that non-porous dress up clothing items are encouraged during this time due to the current public health situation. 5. 1547 0 obj <>stream Prior to the assessment inform the children that they will have a visitor to help them feel more comfortable during the assessment. %PDF-1.5 % Then consider the total number of classrooms in operation. What Does the ECERS-3 Measure? BMg 5-WK9*d| ].Sd96,\: coS7Z)x;+rNdlM]NcE N\:&5iHvk Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, Third Edition (ECERS-3) The Third Edition of the ECERS is a major revision that introduces innovations in both the content and administration of the scale while retaining the continuity of the two principal characteristics of the ECERS, namely its comprehensive or global definition of quality and the reliance on observation as the primary source . If a classroom enrollment is exactly half and half (e.g., 3 of 6 children are 30 months or younger and 3 children are 31 months and older) then the ITERS-R will be used. Children tend to react more-so to changes in their teacher's actions or expectations, than they do to the presence of a new adult, because teachers are the adults they know and trust. The ECERS-R was published in 1998 as an updated version of the original ECERS, which came out in 1980. . endstream endobj 955 0 obj <>/Metadata 80 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[979 0 R]>>/Outlines 108 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 949 0 R/StructTreeRoot 141 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 956 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 957 0 obj <>stream When 1/3 of that age group has been represented, additional assessment(s) will be added for the next largest age/scale group, as needed, until the total number needed is reached. If a program that scored at least 4.0 on each rating scale assessment wants to reapply for a higher star rating, the facility will be responsible for the cost of the re-assessment(s). H4$4jF $ endstream endobj startxref ECERS Other Variety of daily activities including but not limited to: quiet activity and play, rest and relaxation, eating, toileting 22 CCR 101230 Children must be under the supervision of a teacher at all times 22 CCR 101229 This can help identify indicators beyond a lower scoring indicator or even those at the 7 level, where additional consideration may be helpful in improving children's experiences. %PDF-1.5 !8.T6'y} iwzni_otmcg+N-?TNA4\S_H]**t*PPOpLjrSr(X6,: !zn{Y}.g8J"= Likewise, if the program has been previously assessed, review of the earlier assessment report(s) can be helpful. See chart below todetermine what substantial portion of the day is for your classroom.Length of Session Time Required Length of Session Time . 9z5$5g$g rmAxjmi(6hh436=z"Hg2 $9M6FNnvN*CKH(*+tAa+HW srGsP__$[pz(2&8h32/bx"c` After the assessment is scheduled, a packet of information and forms will be sent to you. Description. %%EOF "cA$C"YC In child care centers that have multiple classrooms for one of the more of the rating scales, classrooms to be assessed are chosen on the day of each assessment using random selection. q+|+Y?lLZ^\2f+:e^T;1ezvv`M5PDUVhB$JbyIT4pC. Photo Credit: Education Development Center (EDC) 7-Point Scale What children directly experience Interactions How materials and space are used Accessibility Daily schedule and routines 1-2 Inadequate Children might be at risk 3-4 Minimal Meets basic health & safety 5-6 Good Developmentally appropriate -EM/N?,f qP }$r %PDF-1.3 % The ECERS-3 observation can take place any day of the week; therefore, it is important for gross motor play to take place at the same time so everyday activities are predictable to children. endstream endobj startxref Since assessors do not interact with them, most children quickly lose interest. Group problem-solving can be helpful. ? On the morning of the assessment, the assessor will double check childrens birth dates to insure that the correct rating scale is used that day, based on childrens ages. These will include 3 ECERS-R and 2 ITERS-R assessments. <> 741 0 obj <> endobj For example, if a facility has 1-4 preschool classrooms then 1 ECERS-R assessment is needed. How to Build a Daily Schedule for ECERS-3 | High Scoring Classroom Tips hb```" eahh`*V0sDUYwBD Provisions for children with disabilities; For example, the assessor will observe indoor and outdoor spaces for play and routine care, materials used by the children, health practices, staff/child interactions, and so on. 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In most circumstances the next assessment attempt will occur within the programs scheduling window; NCRLAP schedulers will contact the program if their window needs to be extended for some reason. ECERS-R Webinar Series . "NK00  Ko endobj C )%4,+>,VLF%A8g!8 / The following model schedule is provided to Preschool Example in an effort to ensure alignment with the requirements of the Preschool Development Grant and the Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale's (ECERS) recommendations and best practice. For example, if a facility has 1-4 preschool classrooms then 1 ECERS-R assessment is needed. The Environment Rating Scales require a 30 to 45 minute interview with the teacher or child care provider after the observation to complete scoring. s5j#Ng5S`"V|c1Xpr>9E@&aFjRpKt=.8Ai+ga!;bZxZQ'.QBtXLb"@msaAo endstream endobj 16 0 obj <> endobj 17 0 obj <> endobj 18 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSets[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI]>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 19 0 obj <>stream A handout is provided to illustrate the unique requirements for each rating. %PDF-1.5 % )5-.hEymJkA7i?57J]0 4eS:$txlRpB:$@JLZ&*Iz#=H i.\FBqLZ}~R[R`3UF\GY6;UL{5P}6o(W;: Some of the requirements foritems under this subscale Scoring Refinements. PDF Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale - Revised (ECERS-R) Information about the grievance process can be found on our "Resources" list. x]j0E Before the observation begins, the assessor will typically greet the owner/director andprovide an overview of the day. 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PDF Provisional Ratings Observation Process (PROP) Rating Requirements for It is important to discuss either option with your child care licensing consultant. hVmo6+bHNJ@a4@dSA9G,$~w$%i[Z8w0&'Ap"B&JnN,0IL$%B+MrA{3_MP34`8-U/j&wKYItVrC IXK.%O U\^]N)G hbbd```b`` "H] md n %,kA$g>EAo4/?e` ECERS-3 Materials Checklist #15 Encouraging children's use of books 3.1 At least 15 books accessible 5.1 "Many" means at least 35 books for 20 children. For after school assessments, assessors may conduct an interview before children arrive as well as a post-assessment interview. stream Compared to the ITERS-R, the ECERS-R does include requirements for additional materials and activities. @)cC'LLB5Vo4SkY`5}7Q:,w#?_le3UvZit-W:,+>vaibR{GEt$7]m0 .oSfI>$jW*2>Of0)(z@+taZFs6!d!8:Moa6yUeVPzb#?U>UU?,I*Vxq56)E^,kOrSSl;!FEY98zs`(D2k]$ QB4R, D2 37. 2. Use the steps below: When there are multiple classrooms, the classroom(s) to be assessed will be selected on the day of the assessment by the assessor(s). 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