Day One Assessment, Interesting!

By: Kenya Walker

Sept 13th, 2022

Tulip Classroom Routines

Today was exciting but nervous for me because I did not now what to expect in a toddler setting. The class was set up with open play and displays of the standards they addressed. This was something new to me, I was impressed. I gave me the understanding of what was to be developed in each space. The toddlers were given space to explore and play with guidance at times. I spent most of my time observing the routines to be of more assistance the next time. My MT was out for the day, so I was with another teacher. There was very little explanation to what I was supposed to do because she was unsure. I took the liberty to engage with play time and read one-to-one with student A because she showed interest in a particular book. She enjoyed the voices and dramatic play I incorporated into the book. Student b showed resistance to me being a new person in the setting. She was apprehensive and sought out the routine teacher for security and support. She was very shy until her friends came to class, she blossomed. This was a clear example of security needs and relational connections. As the day progressed and I showed interest in all the children, she became my friend as well. I enjoyed watching the independence of the toddlers and how they interacted with each other and the caregiver. They were accustomed to the classroom norms and proudly did their part in cleaning up and providing help to one another.