(Optional) Demonstrate childcare skills.
Demonstration may include
- identifying care-giving responsibilities
- describing the care needs of children at different ages and developmental stages
- practicing conscious discipline
- simulating care for a baby.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What are the primary responsibilities of a babysitter?
- What are the differences between a babysitter and a childcare provider?
Communication
- How do children communicate their needs?
- What nonverbal methods can you use to communicate with a child?
Leadership
- What positive or negative behaviors or skills do you exhibit that a young child may copy?
- What responsibilities are involved in caring for a baby or a young child?
Management
- How can you demonstrate your skills as a potential caregiver?
- Why is it important to follow positive parental procedures and routines when supervising a child?