Training Program for Exit Day Assistant by

Training

tnfoster04 — 2025-09-18 01:51:38 UTC

Currently, new Exit Day Assistants receive training through a very informal process. The first step usually involves shadowing a current staff member for one or two days, observing how snacks are distributed, how children are guided through homework, and how dismissal is handled. After that, supervisors provide a quick verbal overview of daily expectations, but there are no written materials or structured guides to reference. Training does not include formal instruction on child engagement strategies or behavior management, leaving new employees to learn these skills on the job with little support.

Goals of the training

tnfoster04 — 2025-09-18 01:54:17 UTC

Goals:

Build caretaker confidence in routines & safety
Standardize dismissal & snack procedures
Strengthen child engagement strategies
Ensure consistent practices across staff
Blended learning (classroom + hands-on practice)

Breakdown:

Who: All new after-school caretakers
Where: On-site at The Williams School
Duration: 3 days, 2 hours per session
Materials: Training handbook, safety checklist, role-play cards, snack menus, dismissal rosters

Steps

tnfoster04 — 2025-09-18 01:55:24 UTC

Day 1 – Orientation & Safety

Introduction to role & expectations
Emergency drills & safety walkthrough
Building tour and dismissal zones

Day 2 – Routines & Engagement

Snack distribution process
Homework support strategies
Facilitating activities (games, crafts)
Role-play dismissal procedures

Day 3 – Behavior & Communication

Positive behavior management
Conflict resolution practice
Communicating with parents & teachers
Mock “end-to-end” day simulation

Evaluation

tnfoster04 — 2025-09-18 01:56:02 UTC

Short policy/procedure quiz
Supervisor observation checklist
Feedback after first work week