Calmhaven Child Care

I am an elementary school teacher and have been for the past 8 years. During my first three years, I taught 2nd grade. For the past 5 years, I have been a reading intervention teacher, working with grades K-5. I have a passion for teaching children, not only academics, but also the life skills that are necessary for children to grow up to be caring, productive members of society. I also have a daughter who is 4 years old and I wish to be more involved in her learning and development. Therefore, I would like to continue pursuing my passion of caring for/teaching children via a new avenue, while earning an income.

Since I do not know the status of my teaching position for next school year, and would love to stay home with my daughter while earning an income, I am looking to open a childcare business within my home near the end of summer/early fall. I would provide care for my own daughter, and would be able to care for up to five other children, according to Ohio state regulations for a Type B Childcare home. I envision providing all day daycare (if needed), as well as preschool services, all in one location.

For younger children, I would provide age-appropriate toys, help them develop gross motor skills, begin crawling, walking, etc. I would be willing to make bottles, change diapers, provide a bouncer, ExerSaucer, crib/pack and play, etc.

For toddler-aged children, I would provide age-appropriate toys, provide learning activities, crafts/projects, etc. I would devote part of each day focusing on math and early phonics skills, read stories with the children, practice writing letters, etc.

Due to the fact that many children have food allergies, I would likely prefer that parents provide most of the food that I would serve to their children. For children who come early in the mornings, I could serve a breakfast if desired, such as waffles, cereal, etc. I would serve a packed lunch to the children. I would be able to provide small snacks, such as crackers or pretzels, provided none of my children have allergies to those items. I would also provide a space for children to have a restful nap/quiet time.

I am looking forward to beginning a new chapter in my life, while helping children and guiding them down the path of lifelong learning. If you are interested in finding out more about my business, please feel free to contact me.