Originally Posted by Amy:
ccmom,
That's the first I've heard of a provider giving the family vacation time--I think that's a great reciprocal policy!
I think it is pretty common, actually.
I personally am closed two seperate weeks a year, posted 12 months in advance, unpaid. (yes, I am that organized
) I take full-time kids, only.
I also offer two weeks, per family, per year unpaid. I do require a 30 day minimum notice so I can adjust expenses. Vacation must be taken a full week at a time to minimize disruption for the other infants and toddlers.
Simple math; they could have a month out unpaid if they planned it right or they could plan their vacations with mine to minimize time off work/with alternate care.
I do expect payment for all other absences including weather and sick days. If I am open, payment is due. I am dependable and I expect them to be as well.
Sadly, even with this I have parents show up at the door when I am closed, calling me on vacation and who try to find loopholes.
It is not possible to please everyone.