Ki Bois Head Start
KI BOIS HEAD START
NEW STAFF ORIENTATION CHECKLIST
ITEMS TO BE COVERED CHECK WHEN COMPLETED
PROGRAMLocation of Daily Schedule, curriculum, and plan
Operational schedule (arrival of children, staffing patterns, children’s transportation, etc)
Description of what will take place during each time listed on Daily Schedule
Opening/closing dates, personal leave, sick leave, work schedule, holidays
Weekly Lesson Plans and materials preparation
Explain location and use of Parent Handbook, Child & Adult Care Food Program Policies,
KI BOIS Personnel Policies, Job Description, Performance Standards, Resource Book, KI BOIS Service Directory, Day Care Licensing Regulations, DHS Licensing Information, DHS Compliance Folder
EXPLAIN THE PROCEDURES FOR:
Enrollment
Cleaning center, cleaning up body fluids
Recording attendance and meal count
Discipline policies
Legal responsibility to report suspected abuse and neglect
Volunteers and visitors
Parent Involvement
Special activities: Field Trips and Parties
Playground supervision and participation
Planning and paper work schedule
Staff responsibilities during arrival and departure of children
ADA regarding Nondiscrimination
Home Visits and Parent Conferences
Parent meetings and Policy Council
WHERE CAN THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS BE FOUND?
Art materialsGames, puzzles, flannel board materials, children’s books, etc
Rhythm instruments
Records, tapes and CDs
Cleaning supplies
Extra clothes for children
Forms
Educational Resources
CHILD AND FAMILY RECORDS
Who is responsible?Confidentiality, Confidentiality, Confidentiality, Confidentiality!
Forms Book and ChildPlus and other data entry
HEALTH AND SAFETY
Toileting, Changing Procedures, Daily Hand washing and Toothbrushing for Children
Location of First Aid Kit
Taking care of sick or injured children
Medication Policy
Head Lice Policy
Health and Safety Training requirements for staff
Location of Fire Extinguishers and how to use them
Review of Emergency Plans – Fire, Tornado and other
Transportation Requirements
Security of center
Review location of Food and Life Threatening Allergies form.
Review of Active Supervision Policy and Procedure.
Bus Monitor Training
Personal Belongings (purse, backpack, keys, cell phone) are to be kept in a designated locked drawer, cabinet, closet.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Explain snow/ice day procedures
Location of frequently used and emergency phone numbers
Center parking
Time-keeping process and Pay Day
Mileage, reimbursement for expenses, Purchase Orders
Career ladder/education requirements and opportunities
In-Service meetings and other available training
Employee evaluations: forms used, frequency, person responsible
Role of members of the Head Start family not located in your center: H.S. Director, Assistant H.S. Director, Coordinators, Assistant Coordinators, Family Service Workers, Secretaries, KI BOIS Community Action Executive Director and other staff
Personal phone calls and phone use – NO Cell Phones or Texting
Center staff meetings
Chain of command for addressing concerns
Dress code
No tobacco use in the center or on the playground
No Weapon Policy
Drug testing policy
Employee Training Report
Reporting workplace injuries
For information concerning any item, please refer to the KI BOIS Personnel Policies or the KI BOIS Procedures Manual. Call for assistance from Coordinators, Assistant Head Start Director or Head Start Director, if needed.
ORIENTATION SHOULD BE COMPLETED FOR NEW STAFF WITHIN 1 WEEK
OF EMPLOYMENT.
PLEASE ATTACH FORM KHS-707, STAFF REQUIREMENTS
WITH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION.
SEND TO STIGLER OR TAHLEQUAH OFFICE WHEN COMPLETED.
_____ I acknowledge that I have received the KI BOIS Personnel Policies & Procedures.
______I acknowledge that I have received a Job Description according to my job placement.
Staff Signature______Date______
Center Director______Date______
KHS-706-17