Infant/Toddler Program Initiative
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Our Commitment to Your Child’s Growth and Well-Being

🎓 Qualified, Caring, and Experienced Educators  (See 🎓 below)
​Our teachers meet and exceed California’s licensing requirements, ensuring they are:
  • Specially Trained in Infant/Toddler Care: With coursework focusing on the unique developmental needs of children under 2 years old.
  • Experts in Child Growth & Development: Equipped to guide your child through important stages.
  • Certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid: Prioritizing safety and preparedness at all times.

💡 A Nurturing Space That Inspires Learning
We believe that young children learn best when they feel secure and valued. Our teachers cultivate warm, responsive relationships that build trust while encouraging curiosity and discovery. Through hands-on, sensory-rich experiences, we nurture creativity and support each child’s learning style.

📚 Daily Communication to Keep You Connected
We recognize how important it is for families to stay informed about their child’s experiences. Our team ensures that you always feel connected by providing:
  • Daily Reports: Sharing details about your child’s activities, meals, naps, and progress.
  • Ongoing Communication: Regular check-ins and parent conferences to address questions and provide updates.
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🌱 Honoring Cultural Diversity and Family Values
In our bilingual English & Mandarin environment, we celebrate and respect the rich cultural backgrounds of our families. We thoughtfully integrate language and cultural traditions into our curriculum to help children feel connected to their heritage while building new skills and confidence.

​🏆 A Safe and Stimulating Place for Exploration
Safety is always our top priority. Our classrooms are designed to provide a secure and engaging environment where infants and toddlers can explore, discover, and build confidence—supported by attentive, caring staff.
March 23, 2025
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Our Teacher as Caregiver must

  1. Build a secure attachment by showing warmth, patience, and affection. 
  2. Apply age-appropriate teaching methods and encourage developmental progress.
  3. Use daily reports, parent conferences, and informal updates to keep parents informed.
  4. Design hands-on, sensory-rich experiences that encourage exploration and creativity.
  5. Adapt teaching methods, routines, and responses based on individual learning styles and family preferences.
  6. Incorporate culturally inclusive activities and honor each child’s background.
🎓 Teacher Licensing Qualifications for Infant/Toddler Care in California

To work as a teacher in a licensed infant/toddler care center in California, educators must meet the following basic qualifications:
✅ 12 ECE Units: Completing 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development (ECE/CD) from an accredited college. These units must include courses in:
  • Child Growth and Development
  • Child, Family, and Community
  • Program/Curriculum
✅ 3 Infant/Toddler Units: An additional 3 semester units in Infant/Toddler Care if working with children under 2 years old.
✅ Experience: At least 6 months of experience working with children in a licensed childcare facility.
✅ Background Checks & CPR Certification: Must pass a background check and fingerprinting and be certified in Pediatric CPR and First Aid.



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