Salaries of Staff Most child care teachers earn poverty-level wages even when they have the same level of education and training as public school teachers. Only one-third of all child care teachers receive health benefits, and many are not paid for holidays, sick leave or vacations. Higher quality centers pay higher wages and provide better benefits for teachers. Continuity of Care Children must have consistency in their daily life experiences. In programs where there is high teacher turnover, children suffer.
Many centers lose more than half of their staff each year.
Centers paying the lowest wages lose the greatest number of teachers. Higher quality centers have lower teaching staff turnover. Well-Designed Space Space should be arranged to enable children to play together in small groups. It should be attractive, clean and inviting. Outdoor play areas should be safe, secure and have adequate equipment.