Perfect Preschool Program

There are many different variations and ideals that constitute for the perfect preschool program for typical, ELL, and disabled or special need students. With the differences, some facets are important to create the ideal preschool program. These important aspects include creating an environment that allows security and safety for all students, interactive time with students that promotes building positive relationships, implementing activities that represent a variety of cultures, an assortment of learning materials to teach various forms of education, a set structure and routine, clear rules and expectations, and training and education for staff. These pieces can all work together to create a successful program for all preschool students.
The first step is creating a classroom with structure and routine. This ensures a sense of security for the students. They will know what to expect, and when to expect it. Another way is through creating lessons or activities that let children learn about or express their feelings. Including areas that allow children to pretend play can also help. For children who have communication issues, cue cards can be used for the children to express how they are feeling. Teachers can model and teach appropriate social behaviors. When a child is expressing an emotion, the teacher should validate it. Once that is done, the teacher can show or teach the child coping skills. Teachers can also observe each child, and then help each child build from the skills they already possess. Praise and encouragement should also be used to promote pro-social behavior, self-esteem, and moral
If the teacher is unable to control the class, chaos is bound to happen. The teacher should set clear rules and expectations. The children should be able to understand what is expected of them. The teacher should go over expectations as needed. Structure and routine is also important. A schedule should be made and followed. The children should follow the schedule to know what to expect. Teachers should be organized to avoid feeling frazzled. Students can help within the classroom with daily jobs. During transition times a timer can be used and switching locations to ease students to the next activity. Giving students guidance and staying calm during stressful situations can also help. Classroom management is all about the planning. A teacher should be prepared and understand to take things day by day. The specific needs of students should be planned for. There are many different types of accommodations that may need to be met. These needs can include specific diets, equipment, modifications, and lessons or activities. It is important for teachers to have knowledge of students with special needs through training and education. This will help better prepare the teacher, and give the student a better opportunity to learn and grow. Teachers should never diagnose a student, but should voice