I accept Zelle, Venmo or cash. Please mark as a friend payment, if marked as a business payment, there will be an extra charge.

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TUITION RATES: 

I don't post rates online because everyone's needs are different.  Rates range between $50-$200 depending on how many hours and days you need care.

 

CONTRACTED HOURS:

In order to keep my business open, I run each day on contracted hours. That means, I am work with what hours and days you need care. When you enrolled you filled out the form stating what your childcare needs were, these can be adjusted as your needs change. 

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TUITION DUE:

Prior to drop off on the last business day of the month, tuition is due in full, or care may be denied or terminated immediately (depending on the individual circumstances). Tuition statements are emailed and billed for the upcoming months. Most months have 4 weeks, a few months have 5 weeks. You pay to secure a spot for your child not for attendance. That means no credits given if your child is out due to illness, vacations, etc. A registration fee of $100 will be billed yearly. I do billing for the upcoming month by the 10th of each month. If there are revisions needed there is a $100 fee.

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LATE FEE:

If tuition is not received on the morning of the last business day of the month, a $25 late fee will be added per child, per day until fee is paid in full.

 

​​​BACK UP CARE IS REQUIRED FOR ENROLLMENT: 

Parents are required to have their own backup care. Friends, family, neighbors, parent groups! There are MANY ways to connect with other caring loving people who would love to help you out if last minute care for time off or emergency care is needed. 

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SICK TIME:

I hardly ever close due to health-related issues. If I do need to close, I have 5 days built into the tuition. If there is an outbreak and need to close sick time will not be used as this falls under emergency closures. (This has only happened 2 times in 15 years)

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​VACATION/PERSONAL DAYS CLOSED PTO (Paid Time Off):

Vacation and personal are accrued as personal time off, calculated as a percentage on the number of days a child attends. For instance, five days of attendance per week accrues a higher percentage than two days attendance. Scheduled breaks throughout the year are designed to provide rest and rejuvenation, ensuring the best level of care for your child. Unused days roll over into the next year’s contract. Any unexpected closures, regardless of reason, will first utilize vacation or personal time. Additionally, the rates include five emergency days for sick outbreaks, bereavement, or cleaning, which are separate from the accrued personal time off.

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END OF CARE DEPOSIT:

I require a 30-business day notice. The applicable EOC fees are non-refundable and collected upfront. I can divide the payment into a few payments. The deposit will be applied to the final days of childcare upon graduation/moving/etc. minus any fees accrued and providers unused earned PTO. click here Withdrawing from Care  

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DAYS CLOSED CALENDAR:

I follow the Marana Unified School District school calendar click here Calendar dates to remember 

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​ALL SCHOOL STAFF CALENDAR & INFORMATION: click here Calendar All School Staff  

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SCHOOL CLOSURES: There are no makeup days for emergency closures. https://www.facebook.com/maranaschools

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LATE STARTS: 

If the school district website states Late Start I will be open but depending on severity of weather I may be delayed in opening and will text parents for updates. I am open normal schedule for teacher professional days, conference weeks and summer break.  School staff see modified schedule under teacher page information.

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I love and adore every kiddo I care for, but my time is valuable, and I have places to be after hours. If picking up late becomes frequent, a $20 minimum late fee and a $1 per minute per child is charged.

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​SMALL CLAIMS COURT:

Accounts that are delinquent and not paid in full within 2 days will be filed in Small Claims Court. You will be liable for all fees associated with Small Claims Court: daily late fee per child/per day of $25, collection costs, Patti’s childcare operation costs for court appearances, document preparation fee of $350, court costs, all attorney fees, interest on all fees of 10% is accrued daily, loss of daily income due to court appearances, and any other related expenses in the event of payment default. 

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WHAT'S INCLUDED IN ALL FEES to name a few:

• Unconditional love and nurturing of your child

• Dependability, Security, Safety

• Small, home-like, positive atmosphere with one-on-one attention vs. a large center environment

• Nutritious snacks

• Daily communication about your child’s day

• Preschool Program that promotes learning through play

• Arts and crafts supplies

• Toys, games, puzzles, books, supplies, equipment, outdoor toys, etc.

• Potty training assistance

• First Aid supplies

• All supplies needed for our fun themed parties that we have throughout the year. You are welcome to bring treats on holiday celebrations

• Teacher Trainings:

  • CPR/First Aid certification

  • Early childhood education 

  • Child development classes

  • Background checks

  • Yearly training, etc.

• Cleaning supplies: Kleenex, toilet paper, etc.

• Utilities: electricity, heat, water, garbage, gas, etc.

• Furniture: wear and tear, cleaning, replacing, repairing, etc.

• Nap time supplies: nap cot and playpen replacements, bedding

• State licensing fees, city licensing, fire department inspection, water purification inspection, fire extinguisher yearly replacement, etc.

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​​In-Home Family childcare providers are considered self-employed. Most growing self-employed businesses can build benefits into their operating costs; health insurance, worker’s compensation, disability pay, social security benefits, retirement plans, unemployment insurance, hiring employees and still operate while others are on vacation.

 

Most employees enjoy these benefits or a combination of some of these as part of their employment package.

 

In my business, there is little room for expansion and growth that would help cover these benefits. I work alone and hire assistants as needed.

 

Holidays and personal days are one of the few benefits I can enjoy and are a way to refresh myself and care for myself so that I may provide the best care for your child. ​THANK YOU for allowing me these opportunities.

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Providing childcare is my career choice. I take my career seriously. I am not a babysitter. I take very little time off after being available to families for up to nearly 65 hours a week. Employers provide paid vacation time, sick leave, family medical leave, 401K, retirement packages, bonuses, health insurance, etc.  Vacation/personal time is all I have to help me stay fresh and available to care for children. My rates are pro-rated to reflect my time off.

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All tuition, registration fees, and deposits are non-refundable

 You use it or lose it

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