The ECERS-R is a tool that is used by the ELCD to assess the classroom environment of center-based programs as part of the requirements for quality elements of CDE subsidized child care contracts. Em`#1^e{0B7&z9i9>,"A)|9"5z#S:as=^p4X'^I5YOZEBo{wcJ)&7q; NCRLAP's Requirements for Gross Motor Space and Equipment. More than half of the children enrolled must be present for more than half of the observation time, for an assessment to be considered valid. Provisions for children with disabilities; hWn8>Xdy'E0`{$@d"jk endstream endobj 745 0 obj <>stream On the morning of the assessment, the assessor will double check childrens birth dates to insure that the correct rating scale is used that day, based on childrens ages. endstream endobj startxref 186 0 obj <> endobj H4$4jF $ dqF#GMor. Title. <> If additional assessments are needed to reach 1/3 of the total classrooms, additional assessment(s) will be needed starting with the age/scale group that has the most classrooms. The ERS are structured, observation based classroom assessments that providecomprehensive coverage of the environment experienced by children (e.g., physical environment, language-reasoning, interactions, program structure, health and safety). Some of the requirements for items under this subscale Scoring Refinements. For example, there are 5 infant and toddler classrooms and 5 preschool classrooms. Programs may be concerned that a classroom will suddenly change from an ITERS-R classroom into an ECERS-R classroom because of one childs birth date. endobj hb```c@( F3 1IwhI5DTD`DGxM @A=G2=\^$aLT|# X&u. To determine how many assessments are needed, first consider the age ranges of the different classrooms and which rating scale they fit into (e.g., infant and toddler rooms use the ITERS-R, older two-year old rooms and preschool rooms use the ECERS-R). In North Carolina, the FCCERS-R is used to assess programs with a FCCH license and also those classified as small centers in a residence. A handout is provided to illustrate the unique requirements for each rating. These will include 1 ECERS-R and 2 ITERS-R assessments. The Environment Rating Scales can also be purchased from Teachers College Press (1-800-575-6566), Red Leaf Press (1-800-423-8309), Kaplan (1-800-334-2014) and Amazon.com. hbbd```b``&[A$9d]"rA$$0;D^$ For NC's assessment process, items that directly reflect children's daily experiences are scored. 1547 0 obj <>stream !!9iSyrU8N0;01N6u`Rt}P u4f. 0 r When a teacher is assigned to a classroom where only school-age children are enrolled, a SACERS-U assessment will be completed when a programs Rated License Assessment occurs. When school-age children are combined with preschool children in the afternoons, the ages of the majority of children enrolled will determine if a SACERS-U is needed. Set up a daily schedule that . For example, the assessor will observe indoor and outdoor spaces for play and routine care, materials used by the children, health practices, staff/child interactions, and so on. -01Fn.!.D1$T8bS@a*@GSjJDus=a|e11&Y3Q`b .mNlmIz~Xq%bO}}WG"'4 _B]t5yjNQ/Lm30!D:P?wF=y;!;3LDks0zo)3a s&b7q6R6"?7))n)Ud|H$&L.0rzX ("4(q``(zYSQ7ja 26{-k!Glk?0v*!uT>.AX\p=lF D.-K"?|PoLI@=,4yr:H)T_2v=4'y=T\68X^aCW/%OG7FXe{ hePZ]8) m9;8c:~=32QxFOh?.D:H/[x\Bs See chart below todetermine what substantial portion of the day is for your classroom.Length of Session Time Required Length of Session Time . However, it is important to remember that as two-year-olds mature, these additional materials are developmentally appropriate, and necessary to maintain and stimulate children's interest. }M]GN/UfRi{A:{bwQj] O3[-38AZ=^"WkCNx,R.qhthfC{#e>7-No,n!,iq>Z-^){p#I]SghUax -x@;a{>jq\cvFGL7Qzu rc r?bk?qL6 QK*Dk@]OHk*{Ib0 f~h%jq2OPzcq{fNNs`oXbuCNg,qWjo+{}>WQQ yqOu`pe9=uP vkj1fN;W`in(czDsl(anm W(Sq6{(z&}+.`k`_%'&ZE$YIKf#A!Jw< Compared to the ITERS-R, the ECERS-R does include requirements for additional materials and activities. endobj ECERS-R 101 Why the DECE uses the ECERS -R tool What the ECERS -R tool measures, broadly . 53 0 obj <>stream hb```w $ @6 3@{my2JNbIcg-cc`1F3dtkcoIJB For example, if a facility has 1-4 preschool classrooms then 1 ECERS-R assessment is needed. The summary report is designed to provide constructive feedback so child care provider and directors may enhance the programs quality through developing a plan of action. In our experience, children are often interested in new faces initially, but when their familiar adults are able to go about their day as typical, children settle down very quickly. At least two children must be enrolled for the assessment to occur. TJCDc?A}Q(3ZihW(vfZ0k |#v30>N"K0$J@3KX@u1W_:`k?4v7ZO& %%EOF 1 0 obj hbbd``b`1A) "8HH_3 PJ@Dl)9$gdm@ ; Y^Ddo !rb``$/@ Atf 3\Oo: >0TXO( 8&Az~rO%J8+%AZdr+jQX$. School age children need to be in care for at least two hours each afternoon before a SACERS-U assessment can be completed. The Environment Rating Scales require a 30 to 45 minute interview with the teacher or child care provider after the observation to complete scoring. q+|+Y?lLZ^\2f+:e^T;1ezvv`M5PDUVhB$JbyIT4pC. Examines the daily schedule, the amount of time children are kept in whole groups, transitions, and provisions for students . If only one child is enrolled, an assessment will not occur. hVmo6+bHNJ@a4@dSA9G,$~w$%i[Z8w0&'Ap"B&JnN,0IL$%B+MrA{3_MP34`8-U/j&wKYItVrC IXK.%O U\^]N)G Therefore, the earliest time any children are allowed to attend, until the time the program closes are the programs operating hours. 780 0 obj <>stream %PDF-1.5 % The assessor will arrive when the center or home opens or when children are arriving. ECERS-R Webinar Series . The Observation ECERS-R 101 Why the DECE uses the ECERS -R tool What the ECERS -R tool measures, broadly . 2. 218 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<36A967192DA90A45BD3FCE49572ABCF6>]/Index[198 50]/Info 197 0 R/Length 104/Prev 339421/Root 199 0 R/Size 248/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream 198 0 obj <> endobj [YTG@ihJ^ There are additional requirements for a re-assessment process in NC Pre-K programs and Developmental Day licensed sites, when a classroom score is less than 5.0. Then you and/or your child care consultant may decide to call our office with any questions; your call will be forwarded to the appropriate staff person who will address your questions. 1230 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<0174C774DB214944AC656BFD73EFA6F9>]/Index[1205 40]/Info 1204 0 R/Length 115/Prev 488749/Root 1206 0 R/Size 1245/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream Og=(14{%! @b[oodu{t9!k^0X%szG7LB,]Y,s`iN.bTCA!;I*.6 After the assessment is scheduled, a packet of information and forms will be sent to you. szN8&"As)YX:kB5X1=aT endstream endobj 199 0 obj <>>>/Lang(en-US)/MarkInfo<>/Metadata 12 0 R/Pages 196 0 R/StructTreeRoot 20 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 200 0 obj <>/MediaBox[0 0 612 792]/Parent 196 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 201 0 obj <>stream Title. These documents are available under the "Resources" menu and include: 3. All classrooms that are in operation will be included in the random selection process. Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, Third Edition (ECERS-3). f4Fmm&oz?VpXV'P1sPFZX@x~uxa? endstream endobj 36 0 obj <> endobj 37 0 obj <> endobj 38 0 obj <>stream There are some items and subscales that are not scored and these are: Copies of all of the rating scales are available at your local Resource & Referral and/or Partnership agencies. If the majority of children are school-age, a SACERS-U assessment will be completed, even if there are some younger children enrolled. %PDF-1.3 % n7 Description. However, after a programs star rating is issued, the program may decide to be re-assessed for a higher star rating. n68`y^7Eynys_\xF5[AX1F,j]:h$IfPkmW7[WUh^~-izQ4m7 "cA$C"YC 0 Administrators are likely to have discussion with teachers in each classroom and encourage staff to share their experiences and strategies with each other. During the visit, the assessor will observe and take notes on a wide variety of interactions, activities, and materials as required by the rating scale. By planning and implementing a daily schedule that incorporates the most important requirements of an ECERS evaluation, you will provide children with a learning-rich day with plenty of teacher-directed and child-led activities. Often teachers are concerned that children act differently when there are visitors in the classroom. Beyond that consider the following: For the ERS assessment process, a programs operating hours are determined based on when the program opens and closes, rather than a shorter time period when specific programming occurs. 70Wt40Wt0C m@f# C4ZK6%MV8*mp`uz%~&.V7.c` 2 U& 198 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<4BE035E12F6D0448A4089B5D62FF9FBD>]/Index[186 28]/Info 185 0 R/Length 80/Prev 322462/Root 187 0 R/Size 214/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream hbbd```b``Q)fO Ld6"yWH!zhi"#@$3VyD2Mprm$9ylkzyG3X&00R3@ r \D8)NIYR#GPCGbt4 iGBP tO3?&W&=&9SAq30~p & %%EOF By using this site, you are agreeing to our. Children tend to react more-so to changes in their teacher's actions or expectations, than they do to the presence of a new adult, because teachers are the adults they know and trust. Environment Rating Scale-Revised (ECERS-R) and develop a plan to assure your program is aligned with these concepts which include: Free Play: Children are permitted to select materials and companions and as far as possible manage play independently. It is a better indicator of the level . A classroom and curriculum geared toward developmentally appropriate practice will lead to generally good behavior that is the product of self-motivation rather than the result of punishment and control. &zWG`Y^ . S@vBy>j3L!pE@*rB"B"B$_y^YU#311 'n=Nr0 %Q (0rEO %PDF-1.5 % Some of the requirements foritems under this subscale Scoring Refinements. Teachers need to be aware of their own reactions to the stress/pressure of an assessment and make sure to avoid changing their own behaviors or expectations for children when there is an assessor present. There are several standard documents that you should be aware and your consultant may have other documents related to the program standards portion of the NC Star Rated License. - Materials - Arrangement of space - Schedule of the day - How children interact with space and materials Process quality assessment is based on the observation of the ongoing daily program. ECERS Materials Requirement ECERS Minimum Materials Requirement *Material should consist of two contrasted items (e.g., sushi and a burrito or challah loaf and a croissant). ECERS Daily Schedule ChecklistYes No ? Meal Guidelines: Ages 1 - 12 and/or Infant Meal Guidelines: Ages 0 to 11 months. The completed report is forwarded to the DCDEE Child Care Consultant who will contact the owner/provider to review and discuss the summary report. 7IyWKqtI Prepare your facility to maximize the assessment process through quality enhancements. At the "5" level, 11 items involve substantial portion of the day (1/3 of session). Following the 3 Star requirements are additional High-Quality Practices that programs must demonstrate to . For after school assessments, assessors may conduct an interview before children arrive as well as a post-assessment interview. ECERS-R Webinar Series . For example, there are 5 infant and toddler classrooms and 9 preschool classrooms. The assessment report includes a section called "Summary of Indicators Not Receiving Credit" that identifies every indicator where requirements were not met. If there are times of the day that tend to be more challenging or there are other predictable "higher need" times or situations, consider whether other program level resources, such as strategically using additional staff at these times, could be used to support teachers and enhance the functioning of each classroom. hbbd```b`` q+dL6`DDe4X X When 1/3 of that age group has been represented, additional assessment(s) will be added for the next largest age/scale group, as needed, until the total number needed is reached. Then consider the total number of classrooms in operation. >WK .8>l o3!yVk&0,cR If there are equal numbers of classrooms in age/scale groups and an additional assessment is needed based on the total number of classrooms, the additional assessment and random selection will occur for the rating scale that assesses a younger age group. ]|:|/>_/~Yi%Vb>mW]x/n4i$uYt)WbyJ~;rXDy+7db)H4tI'$UXZiYg$b_X^,.of7XqF,]E9\7'if)D|X]$_w\=r\rVwUfSW2DNBDerhRPRE1E-/N[kHfU_-7,RE?jD :ysu![vcv}uY\IW 2015 - 2016 ECERS- R Results [1] For more information about the ECERS-R scale and ECERS-R item requirements, please see the QUEENS POINTE TALENT, INC. These will include 3 ECERS-R and 2 ITERS-R assessments. endstream endobj 16 0 obj <> endobj 17 0 obj <> endobj 18 0 obj <>/Font<>/ProcSets[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI]>>/Rotate 0/Type/Page>> endobj 19 0 obj <>stream hV]O;+~o[)m*h+BoV${s#%(Yw.iE=3s !D/ Qp ECERS only 11. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Whole-group activities for play and learning. for applied star rating by submitting documentation that meets the requirements from any level and any category. *Please note that non-porous dress up clothing items are encouraged during this time due to the current public health situation. D:bvdW*aZ[6N K,er\v40!4cV*>[n(am:cUNBRHHx,EQap~/ ^QkZhfZU Pf+noE$d]cfQ!g. 9z5$5g$g rmAxjmi(6hh436=z"Hg2 $9M6FNnvN*CKH(*+tAa+HW srGsP__$[pz(2&8h32/bx"c` Participate in a self-assessment before the scheduled assessment. 6. C )%4,+>,VLF%A8g!8 / Since assessors do not interact with them, most children quickly lose interest. ECERS-R Webinar Series . HVMo6WQ[lA=8?wf(Y6nk&)73oH9={n hb```\ cc`aX )r008Fb9wK Most ofthese items relate to time spent in free play/learning centers. Typically, most programs that choose to complete the assessment process for the Star Rated License will be assessed every 3 years, unless otherwise specified by their DCDEE Child Care Consultant. When using the rating scales, each item is scored independently based on whether requirements It also helps the schedule run smoothly when classrooms and toilets are very AAc ty4("6h=h X!qGp+ 247 0 obj <>stream 4TlUig)l;782XF+Qk(>I?OAYyWy"W,A:BWPe4OLGd@FG~9Ai+3XgVg=/7y i9Cx"Y%X+m^c=Z4\XhP~mo$(Z*@I$,b^-=\RLFwWet{M"XD3Ms+-)K'wr*;U)tpO I|BHkf WaG=Um=G}Zy0k)9Xr Page 3 of 24. Interview with Staff Additionally, to minimize their impact on the child care environment assessors limit interactions with the children or staff during the assessment and will stay in the background as much as possible when conducting the observation. Therefore, it is important for teachers to be aware of what the children enrolled in their classroom experience or would experience at these other times if they attended the extended day programming, even when another teacher is responsible for the children. 2 0 obj Schedule (All About ECERS- R p.353) At least one-third of the day is set aside for center time (2 hours, 7 . 80 0 obj <>stream The tool is also used by the California Quality Rating and Improvement System (CA-QRIS) as one of the elements rated for quality. BMg 5-WK9*d| ].Sd96,\: coS7Z)x;+rNdlM]NcE N\:&5iHvk ?IQ@IAYGl~w'R,Ia@"NGKEd,1Te$:KVh5<1Hps2nZAj 4F|el*n65o6u!>C5)kyFe^YGn~auhOe. If there is only one classroom that fits into the age guideline of a rating scale, then that classroom will be assessed. %PDF-1.5 % lbj][%K!m$-%0v4^? .]5m}Sq!tb~]b8IGG;}cF*WQ7~u*lIj\A5rjNt1xM\|gdDNh:Ut#1d{?I~]`}_`KG._'h Description. %X,p@8B:! Read and study the Environment Rating Scales and the NC Additional Notes. The interview takes place during naptime or while a substitute teacher replaces the child care provider. What Does the ECERS-3 Measure? % hb```b``f``"nA10pl`Hh1a|a " v;,P6a^x!UuEwY*p KpTn[+x"cR. E\9yE4& xMi6HQ")O`N#PhN4|7PP $+`RAu2J^j`;::+:@ `,H nXk#HBAA8P ?it*Cl[dDsD7&NV $K7%L6,v*Q$M PASnI@14j:PWaj\d .8E4@z uUD%Egb@kd6/h`.@:X@)H3Fl XI ,^! l` Q ,d1BM3h d@`dbe qFa8"$bob90.FF)|8539@sW1{BE@EH;2f`Uu )?Ue W 0 The Third Edition of the ECERSis a major revision that introduces innovations in both the content and administration of the scale while retaining the continuity of the two principal characteristics of the ECERS, namely its comprehensive or global definition of quality and the reliance on observation as the primary source of information on which to base assessment of classroom quality. In this case they may choose to complete the grievance process and send their concerns about the assessment results in writing. Changes in the daily schedule that reduces the amount of time children can access gross motor space and equipment may impact the score of many Items . ? 0 YoungStar Consultant will contact your program to schedule an initial visit and . At least one assessment will be needed per applicable scale. hb``` cc`aX$Q7j=chy@M_Clz`$^;"0;DY%?^SYt ^PE$Zq$T\!M@`{$VJ b;d8FIGQY 4V#HADX^(^`vHd 1YbhFXi1 V2`d9 0e .y&'8T0Z0]`2>9Br5/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<7350763FFB908C42AF24DE1EFAEF2538><6C13A251553FAB4E8975F2BD8AB781F4>]/Index[741 40]/Info 740 0 R/Length 115/Prev 271419/Root 742 0 R/Size 781/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream If a classroom enrollment is exactly half and half (e.g., 3 of 6 children are 30 months or younger and 3 children are 31 months and older) then the ITERS-R will be used. Requirements for Star Ratings by Grow NJ Kids Rating Star Rating ERS (ECERS-3/ITERS-3) Implementation of Curriculum (GNJK Standard: 2.4.1) Range of Points for required documentation Average of 3.75 No subscale below a 3.0 hXn7>&hex &kk, K)re](V,pf8{VQH B-F)HD. ;1o12a u6Ipk9uuH&=W"..O`^-if@g30yL]w,boL7yyL@8E(n$h(z%[7g{IH)DoHi(;6iTt32aCzzK+a:$}dS6lQRT'Z:nE:5-"goR}//Ig? ECERS-R 101 Why the DECE uses the ECERS -R tool What the ECERS -R tool measures, broadly . Talk with a DCDEE Child Care Consultant about the assessment and/or receive assistance from an outside agency (such as your local Smart Start Partnership or Child Care Resource & Referral). e`x3 7.2 At least 5 books related to current classroom activities or themes Possible topics: Differing abilities -EM/N?,f endstream endobj 20 0 obj <>stream Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, Third Edition (ECERS-3) The Third Edition of the ECERS is a major revision that introduces innovations in both the content and administration of the scale while retaining the continuity of the two principal characteristics of the ECERS, namely its comprehensive or global definition of quality and the reliance on observation as the primary source . "0{* ,A$9x2`2,fx@@u5 20#@ ?N 5. When there are several classrooms, at least 1/3 of the overall number of classrooms must be assessed, in addition to representing each applicable rating scale. qP }$r 978 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[]/Index[954 38]/Info 953 0 R/Length 110/Prev 533937/Root 955 0 R/Size 992/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream This means that 5 assessments are needed in total. Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale, Revised - For children birth through 30 months, Early Childhood Environment Rating Scale, Revised - For children 31 months (e.g., over 2 1/2 years) through 5 years, Family Child Care Environment Rating Scale, Revised - Multi-age care for children birth through 12 years old, located in a home environment, School-Age Care Environment Rating Scale, Updated edition - For children age 5 year through 12 years, 5 = Good (developmentally appropriate care), ECERS-R Parents and Staff subscale, items 38-43, ITERS-R Parents and Staff subscale, items 33-39, FCCERS-R Parents and Provider subscale, items 35-38. However, if there are 5, 6, or 7 preschool classrooms then 2 ECERS-R assessments are needed. %PDF-1.5 % If a program that scored at least 4.0 on each rating scale assessment wants to reapply for a higher star rating, the facility will be responsible for the cost of the re-assessment(s). 1For more information about the ECERS-R scale and ECERS-R item requirements, please see the All About the ECERS-R book, and the ECERS-R spiral bound scale. kh2G&g m+Bv#2o=Q^ hao6 The ECERS-R is used in classrooms where the majority of children are 31 months old and older. Remember, it often takes time to change behaviors and practices, so assessment preparation should be viewed as an ongoing process, rather than a short term activity. %%EOF <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> %PDF-1.5 % endstream endobj 746 0 obj <>stream Sample Schedule B (same schedule as above with more transitions specified) 7:30 Arrive in room, wash hands Comment: ECERS does not require this level of specificity. 37. |s?^+4|,W,?UlV"+j)[jnrz}~`q VO1FMfegMS8JAGu:e**)3=PWRH5^V/ G>_B^oV-7{~K- I!F! x]j0E endstream endobj startxref endstream endobj startxref x]o9=@|008+wuAVDb{%eg3'-vw1H~E~|UX|u8>7?^:_._?N_qa}=>\}?Gj/.o(_`X"Yp%\U. This project is a program of the FPG Child Development Institute at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. endstream endobj 1206 0 obj <>/Metadata 76 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[1231 0 R]>>/Outlines 102 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 1200 0 R/StructTreeRoot 139 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 1207 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 1208 0 obj <>stream Depending on the facility type, the interview process may involve the child care provider, the lead classroom teacher, and /or other program staff that take care of children at various times of the day. This generally occurswhen children are not using the space andchildren will not be photographed. For after school assessments using the SACERS-U, the observation will continue for at least 2 hours, but may last longer during assessments that occur on full days such as during the summer. These include the Classroom Information Form, the Teacher Information Form and copies of each classroom's daily schedule. s5j#Ng5S`"V|c1Xpr>9E@&aFjRpKt=.8Ai+ga!;bZxZQ'.QBtXLb"@msaAo 0 %%EOF Description. For example, there is one toddler room, one preschool room, and one afterschool group. This means that 3 assessments are needed in total. 213 0 obj <>stream