United Day Care Center

United Day Care Center is a daycare in Muncie, IN, located at 312 S Vine St. It provides licensed child care and early childhood education to families of all income levels, with low-income families as the target population. The center has served the community since 1975, established through the consolidation of Psi Iota Xi Day Nursery and Munsyanna Day Nursery. The facility was built on the site of the former Washington Elementary School with funding provided through United Way.

The center believes children learn through play in a stimulating, inviting classroom atmosphere. Teachers support the learning and play of each individual child, helping them develop problem-solving skills, self-control, and self-esteem. Activities are created based on individual needs and developmental levels. Infant and toddler lesson plans cover sensory, gross motor, fine motor, creative expression, literacy, music and movement, dramatic play, blocks, and small group activities. Preschool lesson plans explore math, science, art, writing, large group and small group activities, blocks, dramatic play, literacy, gross motor, and music and movement.

Qualified staff are a key component to quality childcare. All lead teachers have advanced education in early childhood or a closely related field and must have a minimum of a Child Development Associate Credential. The majority of lead teachers have a Bachelor or Masters degree. Assistant teachers must have at least a CDA or be enrolled in classes to obtain the credential. All staff receive a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education per year. Topics include safe sleep practices, nutrition, sanitation, developmentally appropriate practices, health and safety, assessment and observation, and curriculum. Teachers and administrators are annually certified in Red Cross First Aid and CPR and Universal Precautions. All staff pass a physical examination, drug screen, tuberculosis test, and a criminal history search.

United Day Care Center is situated on S Vine St in Muncie, IN, just steps from Washington Park and within a short walk of the PlySpace arts center and Fire Station 1.

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