Family Child Care QRIS Application & Self Assessment

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1 For Reference Only: The QRIS Program Manager should be used to officially submit a QRIS Application and Self-Assessment. This document has been developed as a reference to assist programs and educators in the preparation of their QRIS Application and Self Assessment materials. 1. Category QRIS Application 2011 I

2 First Name: Family Child Care Contact Information Last Name: Family Child Care Program Name: EEC Program ID# : Program Address: City/Town: Phone: Zip Code: NAFCC Accredited: Accreditation Valid Until: (M/DD/YY) Head Start Program: Certificate #: Organization Name: Address: City/Town: First Name: : Phone: Umbrella Organization/Lead Agency/ Family Child Care System Contact Information (if applicable) Zip Code: Last Name: QRIS Application Information QRIS Application ID # QRIS Application Date: The QRIS Application ID # will be provided when a QRIS Application is created in the on-line QRIS Program Manager 1

3 Enrollment Date As of QRIS Application Date # of Infants: # of Toddlers: # of Preschoolers: # of School Age: # of Educators: # of classroom /group settings: Total Enrollment FCC Enrollment Information Total Enrollment Full Time Part Time Total Full Time Part Time Total Full Time Part Time Total Staffing Information Of the total number of children enrolled, how many children receive financial assistance? * Financial Assistance includes EEC financial assistance, Head Start funded, private scholarships for families with household incomes below 85% SMI, and preschool age children receiving free/or reduced priced meals in a public school. Full Time Child Care is defined by EEC as Care for not less than 30 or more than 50 hours per week during the hours when the parent(s) service need activity occurs, unless otherwise approved by EEC. Part Time Child Care is defined as Care up to 30 hours per week. Educators Record the number of full time and part time educators. For the purposed of QRIS Any person providing regular care and education of children unrelated to the educator in a location outside the children s own home for all or part of the day, regardless of his/her level of certification This number should include program staff as well as program administrators Classroom/ Group Setting: Enter the total number of available class rooms/ or settings where children are cared for. QRIS Application Information FCC QRIS Application ID # 2

4 Category 1: Curriculum and Learning Early childhood research reports the critical elements of a high quality program include: utilization of a developmentally appropriate, comprehensive curriculum aligned to the state s standards, an assessment system that reflects the curriculum and state standards/ expectations for children, adaptations to meet individual children s needs and positive teacher-child interactions that foster children s self-regulation and emotional well-being. Subcategories within Curriculum and Learning: 1A. Curriculum, Assessment, and Diversity 1B. Teacher-Child Relationships and Interactions Level 1 1A.1.1 1A. Curriculum, Assessment, and Diversity licensing regulations or nonlicensable or license exempt and meets EEC licensing requirements. EEC License in good standing Evidence of meeting EEC Licensing requirements EEC License Manager Verified EEC Licensing (for non-licensable and license exempt programs) FCC QRIS Application ID # 3

5 Level 2 1A. Curriculum, Assessment, and Diversity the requirements of Level 1 Plus 1A.2.1 Schedule reflects that educators has regular curriculum planning time. Business Administration Scale (BAS) Score of 3 or higher. Business Administration Scale (BAS) Tool Verification by provider that regular curriculum planning time is scheduled. Paid Staff Planning Time-Policy/Schedule 1A.2.2 Educators demonstrate completion of professional development in curriculum, screening tools, and formative assessment. Training as indicated by PQ Registry. Educator Training umented in PQ Registry 1A.2.3 Materials reflect the language and culture of the children being served in the family child care home, their communities, and represent the diversity of society. FCCERS-R self-assessed score average of 3 with no item below a 3 FCC develops a program improvement plan describing how program plans to move to the next QRIS level. NAF: 2.31 HS: (b)(1)(ii) Reference Only FCCERS-R Program Improvement Plan NAFCC Accreditation Certification Head Start Performance/ Compliance Indicator Tool Accreditation Head Start FCC QRIS Application ID # 4

6 Level 3 1A. Curriculum, Assessment, and Diversity the requirements of Level 2 Plus 1A.3.1 1A.3.2 Educators offer opportunities for parental input in the progress reports. Educators have received formal professional development in the curriculum; documenting children s progress; and working with children from diverse languages and cultures and second language acquisition. FCCERS-R reliable rater score average of 5 with no item below a 4. Training as indicated by PQ Registry. FCCERS-R Educator Training umented in PQ Registry Tool 1A.3.3 Either directly or through a network or system, Educator uses screening tools, progress reports, formative assessments, and information gathered through observation to set goals for individual children across developmental domains. Description of screening tools, formative assessments, and observation data. Descriptions of how these are used to address children s needs. Screenings, assessments, progress reports description of use FCC QRIS Application ID # 5

7 Level 4 1A. Curriculum, Assessment, and Diversity the requirements of Level 3 Plus 1A.4.1 Program uses a curriculum that is aligned with MA guidelines. FCCERS-R reliable rater score average of 6 with no single item below 5. FCCERS-R Tool Example lesson plan demonstrating alignment with MA Guidelines Sample Lesson Plan Descrpt. of Curriculum /Alignment w/ MA Guidelines (1-3 pages) 1A.4.2 1A.4.3 Educator has completed coursework on language and literacy skills either in English or the child s language that provides a model for children and has completed coursework on screening and assessment. Either directly or through a system or network, provider uses screening tools, progress reports formative assessments, and information gathered through observation to inform curriculum planning, and use results to monitor each child s progress across developmental domains. Training as indicated by PQ Registry. FCCERS-R reliable rater score average of 6 with no single item below 5. Description of how program uses data to inform curriculum planning and to monitor each child s progress. HS: (l)(5)(ii) Educator Training umented in PQ Registry FCCERS-R Screenings, assessments, progress reports description of use Head Start Performance Indicator Tool Head Start FCC QRIS Application ID # 6

8 1B. Teacher Child Relationships and Interactions Level 1 1B. Teacher Child Relationships and Interactions 1B.1.1 licensing regulations or nonlicensable or license exempt and meets EEC licensing requirements. EEC License in good standing Evidence of meeting EEC Licensing requirements EEC License Manager Verified EEC Licensing (for non-licensable and license exempt programs) FCC QRIS Application ID # 7

9 Level 2 1B. Teacher Child Relationships and Interactions the requirements of Level 1 Plus 1B.2.1 Educator has participated in training on how to support positive relationships and interactions with children through positive, warm and nurturing interactions. FCCERS-R self-assessed score average of 3 with no item below a 3. FCCERS-R Tool Training as indicated by PQ Registry. Educator Training umented in PQ Registry Level 3 1B. Teacher Child Relationships and Interactions the requirements of Level 2 Plus 1B.3.1 When needed, the Educator uses an outside consultant/mentor with expertise in children s cognitive development, behavior and mental health to provide support and assistance in implementing strategies that support positive relationships/interactions and prevention/intervention techniques. ument signed by family child care provider that the program uses outside consultants with expertise in children s behavior and mental health to provide support and assistance to Educator in implementing strategies that support positive relationships/ interactions and prevention/ intervention techniques. NAF: 5.7 HS: (a)(2) and (f)(1) Educator access to consultants/ positive behavior qualifications NAFCC Accreditation Certification Head Start Performance/ Compliance Indicator Accreditation Head Start FCC QRIS Application ID # 8

10 Level 4 1B. Teacher Child Relationships and Interactions the requirements of Level 3 Plus 1B.4.1 1B.4.2 Educators engage children in meaningful conversations, as age and developmentally appropriate, use open-ended questions and provide opportunities throughout the day to scaffold their language to support the development of more complex receptive and expressive language, support children s use of language to share ideas, problem solve and have positive peer interactions. Educators utilize teaching strategies that ensure a positive learning environment, engage children in learning and promote critical thinking skills. Arnett Caregiver Interaction Scale average score of 3.2 or higher. Arnett: List of Educator names, date of most recent Arnett observation, and description how information is used to support educators. FCCERS-R reliable rater score average of 6 with no single item below 5. NAF: 3.10, 3.58, and 3.62 HS: (a)(4) For Reference Only Arnett: List of Educator/ date of observation FCCERS-R NAFCC Accreditation Certification Head Start Performance/ Compliance Indicator Tool Tool Accreditation Head Start FCC QRIS Application ID # 9

11 Category 2: Safe, Healthy, Indoor and Outdoor Environments Research indicates that the workforce engaged in early childhood education must have formalized training in early childhood education and content knowledge in order to support educator quality and impact child outcomes. Ongoing professional development that links to activities in the learning environment is related to educator improvement and child outcomes are directly affected by the quality of their experiences in the learning environment. The subcategory within Safe, Healthy, Indoor and Outdoor Environments: 2A. Safe, Healthy, Indoor and Outdoor Environments Level 1 2A. Safe, Healthy Indoor and Outdoor Environments 2A.1.1 licensing regulations or nonlicensable or license exempt and meets EEC licensing requirements. EEC License in good standing Evidence of meeting EEC Licensing requirements EEC License Manager Verified EEC Licensing (for non-licensable and license exempt programs) 2. Safe, Healthy Indoor & Outdoor Environments FCC QRIS Application ID # 10

12 Level 2 2A. Safe, Healthy Indoor and Outdoor Environments the requirements of Level 1 Plus 2A.2.1 FCC demonstrates safe and healthy indoor and outdoor environments that includes at least 3-4 interest areas with a variety of age appropriate materials and equipment available and accessible to children. FCCERS-R self-assessed score average of 3 with no item below a 3 Program improvement plan incorporates FCCERS-R selfassessment results FCCERS-R Program Improvement Plan Tool 2A.2.2 Annual consultations by a Health Consultant to monitor records, update health care policies and practices, identify program issues, assist programs in complying with health and safety requirements and provides a written report to the program. Copy of agreement with the Health Consultant Copy of agreement from the family child care system or other network that provides Health Consultant services. Signed statement from the family child care provider verifying that the visits with health consultant occur, at least once, annually. Health Consultant Agreement/ Statement of Site Visits 2. Safe, Healthy Indoor & Outdoor Environments FCC QRIS Application ID # 11

13 Level 3 2A. Safe, Healthy Indoor and Outdoor Environments 2A.3.1 FCC demonstrates quality indoor and outdoor environments that includes access to space for indoor gross motor activities. 2A.3.2 FCC ensures all children have access to a developmental screening within 45 days of enrollment using a valid and reliable tool, refer them to appropriate services, and maintain necessary records. 2A.3.3 Educator is trained in how to work with children with special diets, allergies and specialized feeding issues. Level 4 2A. Safe, Healthy Indoor and Outdoor Environments 2A.4.1 FCC demonstrates stimulating indoor and outdoor environments. FCCERS-R reliable rater score average of 5 with no item below a 4. Evidence of access to screenings, records and referral offered either directly, through collaboration with another agency, or accessed directly by parents of children attending the program. FCCERS-R Evidence of access to screenings, indicating methods and collaboration HS: (b)(1) Head Start Performance/ Compliance Indicator Training as indicated by PQ Registry. FCCERS-R reliable rater score average of 6 with no single item below 5. Educator Training umented in PQ Registry the requirements of Level 2 Plus Tool * Head Start the requirements of Level 3 Plus FCCERS-R Tool 2. Safe, Healthy Indoor & Outdoor Environments FCC QRIS Application ID # 12

14 Category 3: Workforce Qualifications and Professional Development Research indicates that the workforce engaged in early childhood education must have formalized training in early childhood education and content knowledge in order to support educator quality and impact child outcomes. Ongoing professional development that links to activities in the learning environment is related to educator improvement and child outcomes are directly affected by the quality of their experiences in the learning environment. The subcategory within Workforce Qualifications and Professional Development: 3A. Family Child Care Educator Qualifications and Professional Development Level 1 3A. Family Child Care Educator Qualifications and Professional Development 3A.1.1 licensing regulations or nonlicensable or license exempt and EEC License in good standing meets EEC licensing requirements. Evidence of meeting EEC Licensing requirements Level 2 3A. Family Child Care Educator Qualifications and Professional Development 3A.2.1 All educators caring for children have a high school diploma or GED. Business Administration Scale (BAS) Score of 3 or higher. EEC License Manager Verified EEC Licensing (for non-licensable and license exempt programs) Business Administration Scale (BAS) the requirements of Level 1 Plus Tool Qualifications and Experience Qualifications (as indicated in Registry) and Experience umented in PQ Registry FCC QRIS Application ID # Workforce Qualifications & Professional Development

15 3A.2.2 At least one educator has a Child Development Associate s credential (CDA), (or higher i.e. AA or BA) for the age of the children served EEC Lead Teacher Qualified (Preschool or Infant/Toddler). Qualifications and Experience (as indicated in Registry) Qualifications and Experience umented in PQ Registry 3A.2.3 At least one educator has a minimum of 2 years experience as a Family Child Care Provider. Qualifications and Experience (as indicated in Registry) Qualifications and Experience umented in PQ Registry 3A.2.4 3A.2.5 Educator(s) has an Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) that ensures that educator(s) is trained in the MA Guidelines for Preschool Learning, Infant / Toddler Learning Guidelines, diversity, oral language development, supporting children s literacy development, the Strengthening Families protective factors, and includes an overview of the MA Curriculum Frameworks. Educator(s) has IPDP that addresses their identified training needs and increases their competency along the continuum of the core competencies and the actions and time lines to move to the next level of QRIS. Signed document that IPDP is reviewed regularly and completed/updated, at least once, annually. Signed document that IPDP is reviewed regularly and completed/updated, at least once, annually. Record of Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) Record of Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) 3. Workforce Qualifications & Professional Development FCC QRIS Application ID # 14

16 Level 3 3A. Family Child Care Educator Qualifications and Professional Development 3A.3.1 At least one educator, that works the full program day, meets the requirements of Level 2 and has CDA, (or higher i.e. Associate s degree or Bachelor s degree) with 15 college credits in early childhood education, child development, and/ or special education. 3A.3.2 3A.3.3 3A.3.4 At least one educator has a minimum of 3 years experience as a Family Child Care Provider. IPDP ensures that the Educator(s) receives training in the components of the assessment process including screening, observation, use of assessment tools and processes for accessing additional services and addresses the actions and time lines to move to the next level of QRIS and development of competency. All other adults caring for children, consistently, have a minimum of 6 college credits in early childhood education, child development and/ or special education. Business Administration Scale (BAS) score of 5 or higher. Qualifications and Experience (as indicated in Registry) Qualifications and Experience (as indicated in Registry) Signed document that IPDP is reviewed regularly and completed/updated, at least once, annually. Qualifications and Experience (as indicated in Registry) the requirements of Level 2 Plus Business Tool Administration Scale (BAS) Qualifications and Experience umented in PQ Registry Qualifications and Experience umented in PQ Registry Record of Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) Qualifications and Experience umented in PQ Registry 3. Workforce Qualifications & Professional Development FCC QRIS Application ID # 15

17 Level 4 3A. Family Child Care Educator Qualifications and Professional Development 3A.4.1 At least one educator has an Associate s degree, or has equivalent coursework (60 college credits and is enrolled in a Bachelor s degree program, or a higher degree i.e. Bachelor s degree), in early childhood education, child development, early childhood special education or a related field with 24 credits in early childhood. 3A.4.2 3A.4.3 3A.4.4 Ensures that one educator is in the FCC home at least two times a month that has a Bachelor s degree in early childhood or a related field. Has a minimum of 60 months experience as a Family Child Care Provider. IPDP ensures that the educator receives training in selection and use of screening and assessment tools, collection and interpretation of data and strategies for teaching children with special needs and diverse languages. Business Administration Scale (BAS) score of 7. Qualifications and Experience (as indicated in Registry) Qualifications and Experience (as indicated in Registry) Qualifications and Experience (as indicated in Registry) Signed document that IPDP is reviewed regularly and completed/updated, at least once, annually. the requirements of Level 3 Plus Business Tool Administration Scale (BAS) Qualifications and Experience umented in PQ Registry Qualifications and Experience umented in PQ Registry Qualifications and Experience umented in PQ Registry Record of Individual Professional Development Plan (IPDP) 3. Workforce Qualifications & Professional Development FCC QRIS Application ID # 16

18 Category 4: Family and Community Engagement Families must be acknowledged as children s first teachers and thus must be recognized and supported as partners in their child s education. Programs must understand the interconnectedness between the family and a child s approach to learning and establish a relationship with families that are built on mutual trust, respect and a willingness to involve them as full partners; while providing them with information, resources and support in order to ensure children have a healthy nurturing environment in which to grow and learn. The subcategory within Family and Community Engagement: 4A. Family and Community Engagement Level 1 4A. Family and Community Engagement 4A.1.1 licensing regulations or nonlicensable or license exempt and meets EEC licensing requirements. EEC License in good standing Evidence of meeting EEC Licensing requirements EEC License Manager Verified EEC Licensing (for non-licensable and license exempt programs) 4. Family & Community Engagement FCC QRIS Application ID # 17

19 Level 2 4A. Family and Community Engagement the requirements of Level 1 Plus 4A.2.1 Educator offer opportunities for parents to meet at least every two months. ument signed by family child care provider describing the opportunities for parents to meet with educator at least every other month. Parent/Teacher Opportunities / Description 4A.2.2 4A.2.3 4A.2.4 Educator maintains a list of current community resources that support families that is always accessible to parents, including information about available resources for annual vision, hearing and dental screenings. Educator participates in community events. Educator establishes ongoing communication with other family child care providers in the community or community agencies to exchange information and resources. Business Administration Scale (BAS) Score of 3 or higher. NAF: 5.12 HS: (g)(1)(ii) and (a)(2) For Reference Only ument signed by family child care provider that briefly describes the community events that the program participates in at least annually. ument signed by family child care provider that shows the educator establishes ongoing communication with other family child care providers in the community to exchange information and resources. Business Administration Scale (BAS) NAFCC Accreditation Certification Head Start Performance/ Compliance Indicator List of Community Events attended ( last 12 months) FCC description of communications with system/network Tool Accreditation Head Start 4. Family & Community Engagement FCC QRIS Application ID # 18

20 4A.2.5 Educator completes Strengthening Families Self-Assessment and uses data to engage in continuous improvement. Description of program improvement plan based on Strengthening Families selfassessment. Strengthening Families descript. of self-assessment results Level 3 4A. Family and Community Engagement the requirements of Level 2 Plus 4A.3.1 A daily two way communication system is available between the educators and families through a variety of means (e.g. scheduled telephone hour, checklists, ). FCCERS-R reliable rater score average of 5 with no item below a 4. FCCERS-R Tool 4A.3.2 4A.3.3 Educator has developed informational materials on the program that are in the language of the community, are available for use in the community and are given to prospective families. Educator participates in local community group work that is related to early childhood, cultural group served by the program and/ or family support. Business Administration Scale (BAS) score of 5 or higher. Business Administration Scale (BAS) score of 5 or higher. Business Administration Scale (BAS) Business Administration Scale (BAS) Tool Tool 4. Family & Community Engagement FCC QRIS Application ID # 19

21 Level 4 4A. Family and Community Engagement the requirements of Level 3 Plus 4A.4.1 Families are encouraged to volunteer to assist in the program and, with appropriate supervision, share cultural and language traditions or other interests such as their jobs, hobbies and other relevant information. FCCERS-R reliable rater score average of 6 with no single item below 5. FCCERS-R Tool 4A.4.2 Educator provides or connects families to education, training and support programs (such as family literacy, adult education, job training, child development, parenting, English as a second language, etc.). Verification by family child care provider listing the access and opportunities to training provided. HS: (e)(2), (e) (3), (e)(4)(i) and (e)(4)(ii) List of community resources/supports for families Head Start Performance/ Compliance Indicator Head Start 4. Family & Community Engagement FCC QRIS Application ID # 20

22 4A.4.3 4A.4.4 Educator either directly or through a system or network (i.e. CFCE grantee) has written collaborative agreements with early intervention programs, the local LEA, mental health, dental health, a program health consultant, U.S.D.A. Food and Nutrition program that specifies the responsibilities and duties of each entity in supporting children and families. Educator coordinates with other family child care providers in the community and develops sharing agreements to maximize resources, services and professional development opportunities. Verification by family child care provider that children have access either through private pay arrangements or with parent consent, through other service providers to the following services: developmental screening, mental health screening, speech screening, speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy, dental care, and nutritional screenings HS: (b)(1) and (e)(4)(i) Verification that provider is participating in a family child care network or system. Collaboration Agreement and description of scope Head Start Performance/ Compliance Indicator FCC description of participation with system/network Head Start 4. Family & Community Engagement FCC QRIS Application ID # 21

23 Category 5: Leadership, Management, and Administration High quality programs require effective leadership with management and administrative practices that ensure a stable environment, fiscal accountability, evaluation of the program s practices and policies and the development of relationships within the community in order to support the educator and the children and families they serve. Subcategories within Leadership, Management and Administration: 5A. Leadership, Management, and Administration 5B. Supervision Level 1 5A. Leadership, Management, and Administration 5A.1.1 licensing regulations or nonlicensable or license exempt and meets EEC licensing requirements. EEC License in good standing Evidence of meeting EEC Licensing requirements EEC License Manager Verified EEC Licensing (for non-licensable and license exempt programs) 5. Leadership, Management, & Administration FCC QRIS Application ID # 22

24 Level 2 5A. Leadership, Management, and Administration 5A.2.1 Communication and updates on the program are provided to Educators and families. 5A.2.2 5A.2.3 Family Child Care Home has a written business plan. FCC has a written admissions policy that promotes an awareness of and respect for differences among children and families, a respect for the child and their family s culture and language, and is responsive to the inclusion of a variety of learning needs. FCCERS-R self-assessed score average of 3 with no item below a 3. ument signed by family child care licensee that updates are provided at least twice a year to staff and families in their primary, or preferred, language to the extent appropriate and possible. Business Administration Scale (BAS) Score of 3 or higher. Written business plan with operating budget that includes an annual operating budget that is used to guide planning, set goals, and make decisions Copy of admissions policy promoting diversity (e.g., a statement that the program recruits and encourages the enrollment of children and families from diverse backgrounds). the requirements of Level 1 Plus FCCERS-R Tool Descrpt. of family and educator communications methods Business Administration Scale (BAS) Business plan with operating budget Admissions policy with diversity Tool HS: (a), (b), and Head Start Head Start (d)(1)(vii) Performance/ FCC Compliance Indicator QRIS Application ID # Leadership, Management, & Administration

25 Level 2 5A. Leadership, Management, and Administratio3 5A.3.1 Educators and family input are solicited on an annual basis through a survey to evaluate the program and results are used to develop the a comprehensive written program improvement plan. 5A.3.2 FCC has a written plan that addresses alternative staffing by persons who meet the same qualifications requirements as the Educator in the event that the caregiver is ill, has to be out of the home or in the case of an emergency. 5A.3.3 FCC consults with a qualified tax preparer to assure compliance with reporting requirement and payment of taxes. Results of annual survey, copy of results report and a copy of the program improvement plan. Portion of written policy indicating that alternative staff requirements are met. the requirements of Level 2 Plus Program Improvement Plan FCC Alternative Staffing Policy NAF: 5.16 NAFCC Accreditation Certification Business Administration Scale (BAS) score of 5 or higher. Business Administration Scale (BAS) Accreditation Tool 5. Leadership, Management, & Administration FCC QRIS Application ID # 24

26 5B. Supervision Level 4 5A. Leadership, Management, and Administration the requirements of Level 3 Plus 5A.4.1 FCC has a system for data collection and tracking children s health, services, absenteeism and educational information, and professional development and financial record keeping. Business Administration Scale (BAS) score of 7. Business Administration Scale (BAS) Tool 5A.4.2 FCC shares the results of the program quality rating with the families, educator, the family child care system, governing board and funders, as appropriate. Checklist/document signed by family child care provider that the program has a system that maintains & tracks information on: children s health, services, absenteeism, children s educational information, staff qualifications, professional development and List of methods that FCC uses to share QRIS rating with families, educator, governing board and funders. Data Collection and Tracking System Description Plan for sharing QRIS rating 5. Leadership, Management, & Administration FCC QRIS Application ID # 25

27 5B. Supervision Level 1 5B. Supervision 5B.1.1 licensing regulations or nonlicensable or license exempt and meets EEC licensing requirements. Level 2 5B. Supervision 5B.2.1 If FCC has an Assistant, there are scheduled meetings each week to ensure the Assistant receives feedback and is informed on all issues. EEC License in good standing Evidence of meeting EEC Licensing requirements Schedule showing time for regular meetings and feedback for assistants. EEC License Manager Verified EEC Licensing (for non-licensable and license exempt programs) the requirements of Level 1 Plus Schedule showing regular meetings with FCC assistants (if applicable) 5. Leadership, Management, & Administration FCC QRIS Application ID # 26

28 Level 3 5B. Supervision the requirements of Level 2 Plus 5B.3.1 Educator(s) has a regularly scheduled meeting time each week to plan activities, child observations and use of materials. FCCERS-R reliable rater score average of 5 with no item below a 4. FCCERS-R Tool 5B.3.2 Through a FCC system, mentor, or network of peer-support. educators regularly participate in activities that support their career development through the use of a career ladder. ument signed by family child care licensee that describes the activities that are implemented to supports career development through a career ladder. FCC description of participation with system/network Level 4 5B. Supervision 5B.4.1 Educator(s) has regular opportunities to engage in reflective practice. 5B.4.2 5B.4.3 Educator salary scales reflect the educational levels, experience and performance levels, as determined by the annual evaluation of the educator. Either directly or through a system or network, the educator(s) has an incentive program that rewards those working in the family child care home that achieve the next step of the career ladder. Written description of opportunities Educator(s) to engage in reflective teaching practices. Business Administration Scale (BAS) score of 7. Portion of written policy showing incentive for educator based on educational advancement. the requirements of Level 3 Plus Supervision reflective practice, coaching mentoring description Business Administration Scale (BAS) Evidence of staff benefits and career development process Tool 5. Leadership, Management, & Administration FCC QRIS Application ID # 27

29 Application and Self Assessment Worksheet Submission Signed By FCC Provider Date Signitory reviewed and attested to the accuracy of the accuracy of this information Family Child Care Systems may now assist affiliated family child care educators with their QRIS Application and Self-Assessment through the QRIS Program Manager In order to streamline the process and support Family Child Care Educators in their participation in the Massachusetts Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS), Family Child Care (FCC) Systems will be able to assist and support Family Child Care Educators affiliated with an FCC System in submitting QRIS Application data in the on-line QRIS Program Manager web application. Prior to assisting any Educators, FCC Systems must receive the signed, informed consent of each Family Child Care Licensee whom they will be supporting in using the web based QRIS Program Manager. The individual, whom the FCC System will be assisting with the QRIS Program Manager, must sign an acknowledgment that s/he understands that the FCC System is assisting/supporting the individual with the EEC QRIS Program Manager and that the FCC System will have access to certain programmatic information regarding that licensee. Copies of the signed Consent form must be kept on file with the FCC System should any questions arise. For additional information and a sample acknowledgment that FCC Systems can use may found on EEC s Web site. QRIS Application Information FCC QRIS Application ID # 28