Woman, 33, Was Disguised As Teen Boy Jan 11, 2008
She was deported back to the Czech Republic and detained Wednesday after months of fooling teachers, childcare workers and police in Norway by passing herself off as a boy named Adam, Czech police spokeswoman Andrea Prochazkova said. A woman who supplied a Czech passport enrolled her son Adam at the Marienlyst school near Oslo last September, authorities said. (CBS News -- World)
DOCS' $1.2bn hasn't saved one child's life Nov 30, 2007
Under NSW law, teachers, nurses, doctors, childcare workers and anyone else who works with children must report any child at "risk of harm". Hold back on a report and there's the risk of a $22,000 fine under the Children and Young Perons (Care and Protection) Act 1998. (NEWS.com.au)
Toy recalls prompt concerns for parents Nov 11, 2007
Almost weekly announcements in the past several months of lead- contaminated products imported by China, many of the them toys, have prompted parents, childcare workers and educators to rethink whether the toys they purchase and the ones they already have are safe. Then on Thursday, Aqua Dots, which are beads that can be arranged into designs and fused when sprayed with water, were pulled from shelves in North America and Australia after scientists found they contain a chemical that converts in... (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
Child abuse can lead to poverty: study Nov 9, 2007
"When you see something like the little girl in NSW and the boy in the suitcase everyone jumps up and down, but this stuff is going on all the time. "These are just the more extreme examples - we need more childcare workers but we also need more interventions, more support for families. " Dr Frederick was referring to seven year-old Shellay Ward, who was found dead, likely from starvation, at her home north of Newcastle last Saturday and two-year-old Dean Shillingsworth, whose body was found... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Today's Stories Nov 7, 2007
General Childcare workers for ages 2-3 years. Good driving record needed for transportation. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Your views: Political roundtable Oct 28, 2007
"Turkey has already called home their envoy, and they are livid. Pretty much what the Dems were hoping for. If we no longer have Turkey as a friend, our boys will suffer the deadly consequences.I can't believe they call themselves Americans.Rita L. Larson Grant Bush's tax cuts helping the richPresident Bush's $1.35 trillion, 10-year income tax cut, approved in 2001, is estimated to reduce federal budget receipts by $300 billion in 2007.It has caused record high budget deficits with the federal... (Florida Today)
Urban air pollution 'more dangerous than Chernobyl' Oct 21, 2007
childcare workers with a minimum of 6 months exper. 9. (Yahoo News -- Pollution)
WorkChoices study fires up political debate Oct 5, 2007
Dr van Wanrooy says childcare workers, shop assistants, call centre workers and labourers are earning less on AWAs than on collective agreements ... A new study of the Federal Government's WorkChoices laws show low-skilled employees, like childcare workers or shop assistants, are earning less on Australian Workplace Agreements (AWAs) than those on collective arrangements ... "We're talking about childcare workers, shop assistants, call centre workers, labourers, those sorts of jobs. They told us... (ABC Online)
Library offers an open house this Saturday Sep 28, 2007
Kindergarten teachers, toddler/preschool teachers, and other childcare workers will find fresh ideas for the classroom at the open house. Parents, grandparents, and other caregivers will enjoy finding some of the best, recent books on the market they can share with their children. (Conshohocken Recorder, PA)
Rendell stumps for early childhood education Aug 23, 2007
The initiative calls for funding for community agencies focused on children and a number of statewide programs, including comprehensive training for teachers and childcare workers (Keystone STARS), full-day kindergarten, tutoring programs and literacy outreach. If we don t build a strong foundation for our children, there s no way they will achieve as they go through middle school and high school, Rendell said. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
Chicagoland's Premier Nanny Agency Providing More Than Just Childcare Aug 19, 2007
The question is: Are the childcare workers these parents are employing the most qualified for the job ... A member of the INA, a non-profit, educational association for nannies and those who educate, place, employ and support professional in-home childcare providers, First Class Care employs a stringent qualification process to ensure it places only the very best childcare workers the Chicago area has to offer. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
College to set ECE standards Jul 6, 2007
2 million share of the new money will help pay inflationary costs, raise wages for childcare workers earning less than $46,000 and sustain 925 new spaces created this year, city officials said. The city has created more than 4,270 licensed child care spaces since the province announced its Best Start child care plan in 2005. (Toronto Star)
$10 rise for lowest paid Jul 6, 2007
"People employed as cleaners, security guards, retail assistants, childcare workers and production workers are working hard and struggling to keep their heads above water," he said. "They will be left further behind by this decision.". (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Directly Observed HIV Therapy For Children Is Promising Jun 4, 2007
Trained childcare workers administered the generic drugs, in liquid or pill form, twice daily. The results. (Science Daily)
Low earners top job happiness poll Apr 11, 2007
Beauty therapists, childcare workers and plumbers are the most satisfied with their jobs. Overall, however, around one in three workers said they were not very happy in their jobs, and one in six of those polled said they feared returning to work after a break. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Daycare takes a beating Mar 28, 2007
I believe that in order for childcare workers to be able to afford what I have they have to be paid over $10 an hour and the only workers getting paid that much are those located in your high-class daycare facilities ... There needs to be developed some sort of programs for childcare workers and middle class parents as a whole so that neither the worker nor the parent will be shorted quality care ... I believe that in order for childcare workers to be able to afford what I have they have to be... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Storm spotters blow into Durant Mar 18, 2007
e especially want to encourage teachers, coach, childcare workers and anyone working with kids to attend. They have custody of the children during the day, and the decisions that they make will affect the kids. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Both parties claim work/family solution Mar 9, 2007
Federal Opposition Leader Kevin Rudd said policies such as increasing the number of childcare workers and getting rid of the government's WorkChoices legislation would make life easier for Australian families ... "Secondly we have a problem with the supply of childcare workers. We want to abolish TAFE fees for childcare workers so we've got more of them on supply. "We will also be taking an axe to the unfair workplace laws, which enable employers now to have much more choice about when workers... (Sydney Morning Herald)
Learn to Save a Life Saturday Mar 4, 2007
This course isn't appropriate for health workers, rescue personnel or childcare workers who need to prove they have current CPR skills. There are more in-depth courses for that, including some in infant-child CPR.. (The Ledger)
Paying too much rent? Think again. Feb 13, 2007
Posted by: Tony at February 13, 2007 10:08 AM " Ahh doesnt help when you cant even afford "somewhere else" Im just living week to week as it is and if my rent increased just $20 a week I wouldnt know what I would do. I have to buy generic food and conserve on the electricity just so I can pay my rent and travel each week... Sadly many in Sydney are the same... Posted by: Poor not by choice at February 13, 2007 1:36 PM Maybe we should opt for a communist government where the government provides... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Boone's children are our future Feb 10, 2007
McGuire commended the childcare workers in attendance for their hard work and dedication concerning Iowa's children. "Over at the capital it's really heartening to see all of the people who care about kids," said McGuire. (Boone Today, IA)
BP, Chicago Urban League Collaborate on $6.25 Million Employment and Entrepreneurial Development Effort Feb 9, 2007
-- BP is original and lead sponsor of "A Place of Our Own/Los Ninos en su Casa," programs that help parents and childcare workers with outreach workshops, websites, and instructional telecasts in Spanish and in English. More information on BP's US Diversity and Inclusion programs is available at. (PR Newswire)
Childcare assault suspects to return to work Jan 30, 2007
Two Perth childcare workers have been allowed to to return to work after they were sacked for allegedly restraining young children, their lawyer says. Lynda Foulds, 45, and 33-year-old Siobhan Tapscott have been charged with seven counts of common assault at the Tommy Turtle Childcare Centre in Perth. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Just In)
Govt 'out of touch' on childcare: Rudd Jan 7, 2007
Govt 'out of touch' on childcare: Rudd - Breaking News - National - Breaking News. Govt 'out of touch' on childcare: Rudd. (The Age)
Govt 'out of touch' on childcare: Rudd Jan 7, 2007
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. January 7, 2007 - 5:49PM. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
State’s rents are 6th highest in nation Dec 13, 2006
Some professions include automotive mechanics, animal control workers, bakers, bus drivers, childcare workers, computer operators, dental assistants, emergency medical technicians and paramedics, farm workers, hazardous material removal workers, law clerks, mental health counselors, nurse s aides, painters, pharmacy technicians, pre-school teachers, radio and TV announcers, reporters and correspondents, taxi drivers, telephone operators, travel agents and veterinary assistants. The National... (New Haven Register, CT)
Childcare workers face assault charges over restraining children Oct 31, 2006
Two childcare workers from the Tommie Turtle daycare centre in the Perth suburb of Huntingdale have been charged with seven counts of assault. Police allege a 45-year-old woman and a 33-year-old woman tied seven babies in sheets, restraining their arms and legs. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Top Stories)
Childcare centres monitored after alleged feet binding Oct 30, 2006
Sue Lines from the Liquor, Hospitality and Miscellaneous Workers Union, which represents childcare workers, says the industry is plagued by poor staff training and limited resources ... "By and large, childcare workers are some of the lowest paid in the nation," he said ... He is calling on the Federal Government to support the professional development of childcare workers. (ABC Online)
Lots of talk, but little help Oct 23, 2006
Considering the importance of the job they do, childcare workers are vastly underpaid. And the huge need for after-school care during that crucial 3:30 to 6 p.m. window hardly gets any notice. (Toronto Star -- Life)
More childcare centres extend operating hours to suit busy working parents Oct 18, 2006
Its director, Jeanette Tan, said: "Extending the hours till 8.30pm or 8pm is not helpful for the family. It's not about childcare workers. We're very passionate about our job. But personally, from what I observe, parents really need to spend some time with their kids. Employers should give parents time to build their family. They need the family life.". Whatever the closing time, most operators say it is up to the parents to find the balance between work and family life. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
ABC childcare staff to study for free Oct 4, 2006
He said the deal was struck between the company and the major childcare workers union - the Liquor, Hospitality and Miscellaneous Union - to help raise the standards of childcare across Australia. "This initiative will ensure a higher standard and greater percentage of qualified early childhood workers in Australia and provide centre staff with a more defined and better paying career path," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Labor criticises childcare shortage 'quick fix' Sep 21, 2006
Worker shortage: Labor says the Government should be training Australians as childcare workers ... The Federal Opposition says the Government must do more to address the national shortage of childcare workers ... The Government is again being forced to look overseas to make up the shortfall in trained childcare workers. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Politics)
Making nurseries better by degrees Aug 13, 2006
Please note: Your browser has been unable to load the stylesheet that accompanies this page. The page is still readable. (Scotsman)
Qualifications call for nurseries Aug 10, 2006
That could see childcare workers being able to study up to degree level. Ministers are also due to reveal their response to the recommendations on Thursday. (BBC News -- UK)
Nurseries 'fostering generation of Vicky Pollards' Aug 3, 2006
childcare training courses".At a minimum, childcare workers should be expected to have passed GCSEs in maths and English at grade C or better, she said. Trainees should also face rigorous interviews to establish whether they know what the job will involve.A spokesman for the Department for Education and Skills rejected the criticisms.He said: "This completely ignores the true picture of what is happening and is profoundly insulting to those working hard in our early-years and childcare sector.... (Guardian Unlimited)
Child care degree launched in Tasmania Jul 20, 2006
Vice Chancellor Daryl Le Grew told a forum of childcare workers and university and high school students the degree evolved from demand within the sector. About 20 childcare workers and school leavers have enrolled ... Lecturer Lesley French says the launch of the degree is long overdue and recognises the increasing professionalism of childcare workers. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Australia/Local)
CFK releases 2005/06 profit warning Jul 10, 2006
These had occurred due to "both the increase of wages paid to childcare workers and the ongoing costs associated with increased use of casual staff because of the shortage of qualified staff"," Mr Childs said.The company also incurred further abnormal charges around $330,000 linked to its legal costs in the Acre Woods litigation."Total abnormals associated with this settlement will be approximately $1. 3 million," Mr Childs said.The company had previously forecast settlement on substantially all... (Ninemsn)
Day care enrolled in child obesity fight Jul 8, 2006
The "Weight of Opinion" report presents the findings of a series of interviews with childcare workers on childhood obesity. The report author Deanna Pagnini says childcare workers play an important role in overcoming the growing number of obese children ... Ms Pagnini, from the Centre for Overweight and Obesity at Sydney University, says childcare workers are aware it is a growing problem. (ABC Online)
Publication to honor local Women in Business Jul 4, 2006
Some of the leading occupations for women in 2005 included nursing, teaching, supervising/managing, accountants, childcare workers, customer service personnel and cooks. Also in 2005, 69 of the 117 million women age 16 and over were employed or actively looking for work. (St. Marys Daily Press, PA)
Thieves and Bandits on the Hill Jun 23, 2006
Childcare workers and security guards struggle to care for their own children. EMTs and health care aides can't afford to take sick days. (Ocnus.net)
State program helps parents choose daycares Jun 23, 2006
"Childcare workers work hard," she said. "[Childcare] is the most important thing, but it doesn't pay well.". (Campbellsille Central Kentucky News Journal, KY)
Costs squeeze profits Jun 16, 2006
The fees for parents were raised nationwide after childcare workers won wage claims in Queensland they were awarded between $55 and $190 a week more over three years. Hutchison's Child Care Services, which has 97 centres, yesterday said the resulting fee increase of between $2 and $4 a day "had a dampening effect on occupancy". (Courier Mail)
NT plans Indigenous 'generation of change' Jun 14, 2006
But Ms Martin says the CLP failed to increase the number of childcare workers for the last eight years it was in office. "We didn't have that many notifications, so things must have been terrific," she said. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Indigenous)
Beazley tops up tax cuts with child care boost and a pact May 12, 2006
He also promised to effectively abolish TAFE fees for people wanting to train as childcare workers by paying $1200 a year for up to two years to cover the cost of tuition and study materials. Other TAFE students in areas such as building and motor mechanics would be paid $800 a year for up to four years to encourage more people to enter traditional trades and stem the growing shortage of quality tradespeople. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Kim Beazley's budget reply speech May 12, 2006
To help solve Australia's massive shortage of childcare workers, I will extend my skills account plan to get rid of TAFE fees for the thousands of Australian trainee child carers who start courses each year ... The plumbers, the builders, the childcare workers that we need now. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Beazley targets child care, skills in Budget reply May 11, 2006
He says he would also scrape upfront TAFE fees for trainee childcare workers and give $2,000 bonuses to those who finish TAFE courses. Mr Beazley says Labor would invest $2 billion in upgrading the nation's broadband network so it is 25 times faster. (ABC News Online, Australia -- Offbeat)
- Natasha Walter Feb 23, 2006
We are failing too many families - and childcare workers - through the baroque stinginess of home-based childcare ... Of course young children need a close, loving bond with their carer, but the best childcare workers know this and succeed in providing it ... It is also failing too many childcare workers, who are forced to work for low pay or in the black economy because parents still can't afford to pay them properly. (Guardian Unlimited)
Ontario CUPE strike on hold Feb 14, 2006
Its members include municipal workers across the province, including police, fire and ambulance workers as well as school caretakers, childcare workers, and garbage workers. The legislation, which has been contemplated for more than a decade, has been assailed by both union leaders and municipal leaders. (Globe and Mail)
Executive draws up healthy eating guidelines for children aged one Jan 24, 2006
This guidance gives childcare workers access to nutritional information and advice to help them provide healthy and nutritious meals and snacks for future generations. " The guidance says youngsters should be encouraged to experiment with food as much as possible while ensuring they eat plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables, vitamins and minerals. Childcare workers are also urged to avoid foods high in sugar such as fizzy drinks, sweets, chocolate, biscuits and pastries. Instead, the youngsters... (Scotsman.com)
