La Jolla, CA
Lawrence Family JCC Nierman Preschool

Teachers Are:

OVERALL RATING: (4.6)
Full of energy and seemingly happy in job
Patient and affectionate with children
Talks with children and listens carefully when they are talking with him/her
Praises children for accomplishments and good behavior
Provides feedback on what my child does during the day
Shares insights on my child that are helpful and accurate
Identifies my child’s strengths and weaknesses
If necessary, provides additional support to my child during pickup and drop-off
Resolves disputes quickly, calmly and fairly in a manner that allows children to learn from the dispute
Notices children who are not on task and/or engaging with other children appropriately and quickly reengages them
Manages the energy level of the children so that all children feel safe and able to learn
Provides additional support to a child when s/he is clearly failing in her/his efforts
Strikes the proper balance between active and quiet play for children

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Director's Comments on Individualized Teaching

Description of how teachers work with children who are  "behind," "excelling" or "different" from the majority of students

We are fortunate to have a social worker and occupational therapist on staff to help identify children's needs and to assist parents and teachers with appropriate resources to maximize their children's potential.

Parents' Comments on Individualized Teaching

Parent #1
This school has so much 'extra'. There is a music specialist AND a P.E. teacher AND a computer teacher. And all of these are included in every child's weekly schedule. The diversity of the school is incredible as well. Though it is a Jewish school and thus Jewish holidays are celebrated in class, there is a sizable percentage of non-Jewish families at the school simply because it is such a good school. The teachers are experienced and patient. There is no potty training requirement for any age. The children eat lunch at school and you can even purchase a hot lunch up to 3 days a week.

Parent #2
There are a few teachers that are great. The others are burnt out or don't seem to care about the kids. The administration is aware of the problems but chooses to do nothing. School administration is very happy to diagnose child with something, i.e. ADD, ADHD, sensory integration issues, etc.

Parent #3
Parents are welcomed to visit their child's classroom anytime as long as you make prior arrangements with the teacher.

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