How I Came to Be A Child Care Provider

I have taken a long winding path to become a child care provider with my own playschool, but now that I am here I am confident that this is my calling.  It brings me great joy to be making a difference in the lives of very young children. I'd like to share this anonymously written poem that is a tribute to the importance and dedication to my profession.

The Childcare Provider Although I'm not their mother, I care for them each day. I cuddle, sing, and read to them, and watch them as they play. I see each new accomplishment, and help them grow and learn, I understand their language, and I listen with concern. They come to me for comfort, and I kiss away their tears. They proudly show their work to me, I give the loudest cheers! No, I am not their mother, but my role is just as strong. I nurture them and keep them safe, though maybe not for long. I know someday the time may come, when we will have to part, But I know each child I've cared for is forever in my heart!

          Children have always been central to my life, first as a mother of three and then with several teacher-aide positions and years of child care in my former residence in NH, so child care is not new to me. But having had the opportunity twenty-four years ago to create a new environment in which to offer a unique, low pressure, individualized program in my own home with a spacious back yard for children is something I am very proud of.  My play based program is for families looking for consistency from a constant care-giver,  a family-like environment, a low adult-child ratio, and a multi-age blend, plus unique experiences in addition to traditional expectations for curriculum and social development for their child. Please view my education specific to early education and care. I have also completed five years of college in unrelated fields. HOME