What is our preschool like? Mission and valuesA preschool is a child's first step into the adult world. It is a place where they will spend a lot of time away from their mother and family. This place and the people here will greatly influence:
The formation of their character;
Their level of trust and openness to the world;
Their perception of life and the people around them.
We must be fully aware of this and always keep it in mind.
And we do everything to ensure our students are surrounded by kind, caring, responsive, humane, and cultured people!
Over the years, we have developed a set of rules that apply to every employee.
General RulesStart and end of the working day1. The start of the working day is the time when you meet the children and begin interacting with them, conducting a lesson, assisting, etc. To have time to change, eat, and prepare for the lesson, please arrive early.
2. The end of the working day is not when you leave the preschool but when you finish working with the children, hand them over to the responsible staff member, and say goodbye to them.
Appearance1. We ask every employee to have a change of clothes and shoes for the preschool. We work hard to maintain cleanliness in the preschool and hope you value this as well.
2. We ask employees to look neat and attractive.
o Dress code: classic, elegant (to lift your mood and others'), but comfortable and suitable for working with children (a teacher in a miniskirt does not look appropriate).
o Sportswear is not welcome.
o Please dress for the weather, even in our unpredictable climate, to avoid getting sick.
o Choose comfortable indoor shoes.
You may ask about a corporate uniform, but at this time, we prefer not to introduce one to preserve your individuality.
3. Nails should be neat and well-groomed. Long nails will likely interfere with your work and, most importantly, may be dangerous for children, so long nails are strongly discouraged.
Corporate Culture1. Always speak respectfully to colleagues and act professionally.
2. Create and maintain a healthy, friendly, and positive atmosphere in the preschool.
3. The preschool is no place for traps, underhanded games, gossip, silly jokes, or grudges. We understand that everyone has their quirks, but spreading them in the preschool is prohibited.
o If management "suspects" you of engaging in such behavior, they have the right to fine you:
§ 1% the first time;
§ 2% the second time;
§ The fine will increase with each subsequent violation.
o When the fine reaches 10%, it will be grounds for termination of employment.
Corporate Meal Rules1. Children always eat first. Adults may eat only after ensuring all children have finished their portions and seconds.
2. During meals, focus maximum attention on the children and assist them.
3. If you want to have breakfast at the preschool, do so before your workday begins.
4. Staff have lunch during the children's rest time, taking turns.
5. Plan afternoon snacks, like lunch, during nap time before the children wake up.
6. If you want to have dinner at the preschool, do so after your workday ends.
7. We understand these rules may inconvenience you. Therefore, we allow shared meals with children, BUT only if you can still attend to the children's meals and ensure there is enough food for all children.
Rules for Interacting with Children1. We do not yell at children.
2. We do not vent emotions on children.
3. When resolving conflicts, we do not stoop to the children's level but handle it carefully and consciously from the position of a wise adult.
4. You understand that all children are different, and approaches must be individualized. As adults, we must constantly find the right "keys" to each child. If your approach doesn’t work, change your strategy.
5. We do not use informal or vulgar language.
6. Interaction with children in the preschool is conducted only in English.
7. When adults impose too many prohibitions on a child, it is ineffective. Therefore, in our preschool, the following are prohibited:
o Fighting;
o Biting;
o Running beyond designated boundaries.
In other words, anything that could harm the child is prohibited. Otherwise, we define boundaries of acceptable behavior.
8. People who work in our preschool love children. Accordingly, we do not turn children into robots for our convenience. Children should run, jump, have fun, play, and be happy. We create these conditions and set safe boundaries for them. Then we enjoy watching our happy children and draw positivity from them, appreciating what we, as adults, have created—not by restricting children to free up our own rest time.
Safety1. Our top priority is ensuring safe supervision and care for children.
2. In any activity, consider potential risks in advance.
3. Never leave children alone, even for one second, even one child. If you must step away, inform a colleague and ask them to take over. Only after ensuring the children are supervised may you leave.
4. If you notice a conflict brewing among children, intervene early to prevent it.
Walks1. Follow this system for preparing for walks:
o Take children to the toilet before the walk.
o Teach children to dress independently to make your job easier.
o Dressing order:1. Tights/socks first.
2. Then the undershirt.
3. Then the overshirt.
4. Then pants.
5. Then the hat.
6. Then the jacket.
7. Tie the scarf over the jacket.
8. Check for gloves.
o Move to the shoe area, seat the children. The assistant hands out shoes and helps if needed.
o Put on gloves and go outside.
o Ensure pants are tucked into boots and elastic bands are over the boots.
o Ensure feet stay dry.
o Check hats, scarves, and zippers.
o The entire group should prepare simultaneously so all children are in your sight, and no one overheats while waiting.
2. Walk in pairs. Nursery group children use a safety rope with handles.
3. The assistant leads at the front of the line; the teacher closes at the back.
4. Always ensure the walking route is safe.
5. Unfortunately, walks are rest time for children, not staff. We expect 100% engagement. We don’t require outdoor lessons (except in summer camp), but playing with children, supervising them, and preventing risks are mandatory.
6. Staff must divide and supervise children across all areas of the playground.
7. If there are green areas on the playground, do not allow children to run through them or harm plants. Even collecting leaves for herbariums should be done from the ground, not bushes or trees.
8. Remember, on walks, you represent the preschool.
9. In warm weather, always bring water and enough cups.
10. In warm weather, hats are mandatory. If parents ignore requests to bring a hat, make one from tissues.
11. In cold weather, hats, scarves, and gloves are mandatory.
12. Ensure all children are dressed for the weather. If not, it’s better to keep the child inside.
Salary Payments1. Salaries are paid twice a month:
o 25th: advance payment for the current month;
o 10th of the next month: salary for the previous month.
The advance is typically 30-40% of the salary.
2. Vacation: 28 calendar days (20 working days) per year of work.
o Vacation pay = your average salary over the past year, calculated as:
Vacation Pay=Salary Month 1+Salary Month 2+…+Salary Month 12/12
3. For absences, salary is calculated as:
Salary=Base Salary/Number of Working Days in the Month×Number of Days Actually Worked
4. Sick pay at 50% is only paid with a sick leave certificate.
5. As employers, we are not obligated to allow you to miss work hours. We reserve the right to approve or deny such requests.
o If personal matters conflict with your schedule, you must coordinate with the administrator at least 72 working hours in advance.
o Without prior approval (barring emergencies), absences are counted at a 2x rate (1 hour = 2 hours deducted).
o The director determines whether a situation qualifies as an emergency at the month’s end based on your explanation and documents provided by the administrator.
6. If you will be absent, notify the administrator and inform the preschool group chat.
o If you notify the administrator but fail to inform the group chat, payroll will record it as an unexcused absence.
7. If you are sick, on leave, etc., you must:
o Leave lesson plans;
o Provide detailed instructions for your tasks or children’s activities;
o Participate in writing parent reports.
8. Salary payment questions must be raised within 2 days of payment. After that, we consider the matter settled.
9. If resigning, notify us 2 working weeks in advance.
o Ignoring this rule relieves the preschool of the obligation to pay your salary.
Parent Reports· Weekly reports are for parents, not administration. Parents should see how vibrant preschool life is and how seriously teachers approach education.
· Reports are written per group and sent every Thursday.
· Write in cohesive text.
· Structure:
1. News/events (e.g., holidays).
2. Main theme of the day, interesting activities (see KTM).
3. Description of lessons (from most challenging to most entertaining).
4. Important info for parents (e.g., bring hats).
· Do not mention missed activities; simply omit them.
Lesson Descriptions· Not a list of activities. For example, for speech development lessons, include:
o Lesson theme;
o Goals;
o Describe 1-2 interesting activities.
· Explain why tasks are useful/challenging and how they helped achieve lesson goals.
Adaptation Reporto Written on the child’s first day during nap time.
o Trust us, this report generates positive parent reactions.
§ First, it showcases your professionalism.
§ Second, you can note the child’s unique traits, reassuring parents.
Photo Reportso Goal: Not just sharing photos but increasing the preschool’s perceived value.
o Since messengers compress images, send via Yandex.Disk (link in group chat) or email
reports@preschool.moscow with "original size" selected.
o Average 30-45 photos/videos per group daily.
o Assistants should take photos while the teacher works with children.
Responsibilities· During work hours, phones are only for work chats, photos, and videos. Other uses are prohibited.
· When on duty, focus entirely on children.
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Task 1: Always prevent risks; spot and resolve issues early.
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Task 2: Ensure children are comfortable and happy.
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Task 3: Keep children clean and neat.
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Task 4: Maintain clean and tidy spaces (including toilets).
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Task 5: Create a pleasant atmosphere for children, staff, and yourself.
We work so our students feel happy and comfortable. Therefore:
· We do not vent emotions on children;
· Always maintain an adult perspective;
· Find individual approaches; achieve goals gently;
· Never ignore situations; always show attentiveness;
· Speak only in English.
Children move through the preschool in an orderly line. In bathrooms and dining areas, they wait for each other.
Uncontrolled roaming is prohibited for any reason.
Assistant Teacher Standards1.
Lesson Basicso Order and monitor materials.
o Prepare materials for lessons.
o Assist the teacher during lessons (help children with tasks, handle non-standard situations).
o Take photos/videos and send per guidelines.
o Clean up materials.
o Order next week’s flashcards early.
o Store used flashcards neatly in folders; wipe folders before returning.
o Do not keep past weeks’ flashcards in the group.
o Substitute for the teacher (conduct lessons independently if the teacher is absent).
2.
Meal Basicso Monitor allergies and adjust meals accordingly.
o Ensure allergy-friendly foods are available.
o Ensure fruits are available.
o Encourage picky eaters; avoid negativity.
o Ensure neatness during meals. Every detail matters.
o Ensure cleanliness during meals.
o Return lunchboxes clean in their original bags.
o Provide napkins for each child; keep surroundings clean.
o Teach table etiquette (forks + knives).
o Monitor food quantities (children eat first; adults after).
o Check hands and faces after meals; children must always be clean.
3.
Duty BasicsThe duty person:
o Sets up afternoon snacks and dinners for all groups;
o Sets tables;
o Arranges food neatly;
o Preheats dinner in advance.
Example:
For pancake snacks:
1. Place 1 pancake on the pan.
2. Add butter.
3. Flip.
4. Add a second pancake.
5. Butter.
6. Flip.
7. Repeat up to 10 pancakes.
8. Stack, wrap in foil.
9. Repeat for next stacks.
During nap time, the duty person:
o Checks their assigned area for cleanliness;
o Organizes and tidies.
Note:
Assistants spend their breaks cleaning. If you’re messy in their space, they won’t be neat in yours. Respect each other.
Assigned areas:
o Lost & Found: Nursery group assistant.
o First Aid Kit: Reception group assistant.
o Cooking class shelf and aprons:
§ First 2 weeks: Nursery group assistant.
§ Next 2 weeks: Reception group assistant.
§ 5th week (if applicable): Together.
o Office/Materials closet:
§ Preschool group assistant 1: Materials closet.
§ Other shelves: Preschool group assistant 2.
§ If no assistant 2: Preschool group assistant handles everything.
4.
Toilet Basicso Always accompany children to the toilet.
o Remind boys to use the toilet carefully. Check afterward.
o After a boy, check the stall for cleanliness. If messy, teach the child to clean (dry wipes + wet wipes + dry wipes).
o Ensure handwashing after toilet use.
Group toilet visits:
o All children wait outside with the teacher.
o The assistant helps inside.
o After using the toilet, children wait outside for others.
Age-specific:
o Nursery group: Always assist in the toilet.
o Reception group: Teach to wipe independently but supervise quality and handwashing.
o Preschool group: Should be independent but verify skills. Supervise handwashing.
For diapered children:
o Sync with parents.
o Potty-train the child.
Important:
o Ensure children use the toilet before nap time to prevent disruptions.
o Organize toilet visits for non-napping children during shift changes.
If a child needs the toilet but you can’t accompany them:
o Message the group and ask others (administrator, resting staff) to help.
o The assisting staff confirms in the chat.
5.
Daily Life Basicso Group cleanliness is your responsibility. No:
§ Dust or dirt in corners;
§ Cluttered closets;
§ Dirty toys, tables, chairs;
§ Messy toys lying around.
o Clothing: Always clean, neat, and as parents requested.
o Hairstyles: Always tidy. Girls must have braids; no messy hair.
o Clothing: Always dry and neat. Clean after messy walks if needed.
o "Accidents":
§ Rinse;
§ Quick wash;
§ Send home clean.
o Bedding:
§ Wash stained items, dry, send to dry cleaning.
o If a mattress gets wet:
§ Rinse with water;
§ Dry.
§ If the mattress is wet, the bed frame is too—wipe with clean cloths on both sides to prevent odors.
§ If the mattress is wet, the carpet is too—clean with cloths and detergent.
o Diapers for naps:
§ Always clean and properly fitted;
§ Adjust inner elastics to prevent leaks.
o Beds:
§ Arrange per the same layout;
§ Place a chair beside each bed.
o Preschool group:
§ Bring clothes to the nap area;
§ Dress in the group after nap.
o Waterproof sheets:
§ Place under children who may need them.
o No more than 7 beds per closet.
o All name tags face outward (in closets and when beds are set up).
o After naps:
§ Always straighten sheets;
§ Shake out if needed for comfort;
§ Ensure bedding is smooth.
o Gently teach children to make their beds.
o Nap music:
§ Soft volume;
§ Blackout curtains fully closed.
o An adult must quietly guide children into the nap room.
o During naps:
§ Walk quietly in the hallway;
§ Do not ring the bell.
o Children’s belongings are stored in their lockers.
o Staff belongings are stored in their lockers.
Air Conditioning1. Do not use cooling mode when children are in the room.
2. Cool the room only when children are absent.
3. Ensure AC is off when closing the group in the evening.
Ventilation1. Ventilate when leaving the group. Finish before children return.
2. Overnight, windows may be left in "ventilation" mode.
3. Ventilation with children present is allowed only if outdoor temperatures exceed 17°C (63°F) and there is no strong wind.
Air Purifiers1. Turn on at the start of the workday.
2. Turn off when closing the group.
Walks (Detailed)· Staff should prepare themselves while children finish activities (toilet visits, gathering items, etc.).
· Staff should prepare items for the walk (first aid kit, water, cups, napkins, mats, toys).
What to bring:· First aid kit;
· Napkins;
· Toys.
In warm weather, also:· Water;
· Labeled cups;
· Dry/wet wipes;
· Mat;
· Program.
Procedure:1. Group toilet visit.
2. After toileting, children wait outside for others.
3. Move to lockers together.
Dressing:· Nursery/Reception groups: Teach independence; assist if needed.
· Preschool group: Should dress independently. If not, teach—don’t dress them. Help retrieve items; prevent mix-ups; speed up slow dressers.
· Ready children wait by the lockers.
Exiting the preschool:· With 2 assistants:
1. Send 1/3 of ready children to the teacher at the entrance.
2. Another 1/3: 1 assistant takes them to the entrance.
3. The teacher exits first, helps children descend.
4. Assistants bring the rest.
§ Do not delay children at the entrance; release early.
§ An adult always exits first.
§ Watch for pinched fingers/hands.
· With 1 assistant:
1. Gather half the children by the lockers.
2. The teacher exits first with half the children.
3. The administrator helps with vests and checks clothing.
4. The teacher exits first with 1/2 the children.
5. The assistant gathers the rest, brings them to the teacher, and exits.
· Leave indoor shoes on the shoe rack.
· Ideally, the assistant leads the line; the teacher closes it.
· Children walk in pairs. If too hard for little ones, use a safety rope.
Crossing the road:· Cross on green lights.
· At crosswalks, the last staff member stops traffic until all children cross.
On the playground:· Before leaving, the teacher lists children in the group chat and reviews rules.
· Before entering the playground, check the list and review playground rules.
· Staff divide to supervise all areas. No unsupervised children. See "Responsibilities."
· Walks are not for adult socializing.
Returning:· Before leaving, check the child list, review rules, and collect all items.
· Enter the preschool with 1 staff member.
· In order, without crowding:
1. Remove outdoor shoes.
2. Take indoor shoes.
3. Enter.
4. Wait by the admin desk.
· Proceed to lockers as a group:
1. Change clothes.
2. Wait for everyone.
3. Group handwashing.
· The teacher and first assistant supervise thorough handwashing and toileting.
· The second assistant watches children waiting outside the toilet.
· Move to the next activity as a group.
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