tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post4218398846587663344..comments2024-03-19T03:27:24.068-04:00Comments on I SAW YOUR NANNY: Male Childcare Providers: A profile of three great educators…Leigh Raymerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18210572527823459842noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-73501504502351736602009-02-25T00:00:00.000-05:002009-02-25T00:00:00.000-05:00Excellent post! You've drew out an important point...Excellent post! You've drew out an important point regarding childcare. I think involvement of more males in childcare will provide better environment. Here is the best website for <A HREF="http://www.progressivecollege.com" REL="nofollow">childcare</A>. Please check out it for your best knowledge.Healthcarehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02465571239640722522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-1293922270171289452008-07-06T23:01:00.000-04:002008-07-06T23:01:00.000-04:00Who cares gay or straight? look at all the Cathol...Who cares gay or straight? look at all the Catholic priests, probably gay and looking for an outlet for the frustration. <BR/><BR/>Again who care if a guy is gay or straight to watch kids? Or if you think he ois good lookng--if that is what "hwat" means. Not sure though, slang was not taught in college.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-45580452010793744612008-07-02T20:10:00.000-04:002008-07-02T20:10:00.000-04:00as a male nanny and former preschool teacher mysel...as a male nanny and former preschool teacher myself i wanted to say thanks :) its uplifting to know that my services are worthwhile and that I am needed. I really enjoyed this post it was quite humourous(sp?) and uplifting. <BR/><BR/>As for the comment about it being weird that men are in ECE or that it is weird or innapporpriate that men take kids of either gender to the bathroom. <BR/><BR/>Calimom's post at 2:49 sums that up quite well what i would say. thanks Calimom! Ill add that i dont like doing the job of changing diapers and taking kids to the bathroom, but im not going to stand there all day and wait for someone else to do my job for me. No parent I worked with had any qualms over me doing so, and even agreed to the fact that, the worst part could be changing diapers or doing bathroom duty, but hey even parents have to go through it, my co-workers tried to force me not to do it for my own protection, ie false accusations etc. but like i said how?! when i am in a room in full view of the entire staff and parents, and i always keep one foot in the bathroom door and one foot out so I am visible, i always made sure i was visible and not alone with the kids I advised and my director advised everyone (male and female of the such) i left the feild of teaching cause i was tired of being forced to tell parents I cant do this and that and get weird looks by parents, because of it, just cause i was a guy, but above all it was due to the pay, and the flexibility. now as a nanny i still change diapers in view of the parents, if i am babysitting alone i tell the child what i am doing and also let them know that they can always come by unannoucned, to check in, ) mom and dad find it weird that i do that but i say its always a force of habit, and one im not really willing to break. as a nanny/preschool teacher you learn precautions from the start.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-87471004358305315292008-06-28T01:56:00.000-04:002008-06-28T01:56:00.000-04:00This was a really, really good (fun) post to read!...This was a really, really good (fun) post to read!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-76864504439251494942008-06-28T01:29:00.000-04:002008-06-28T01:29:00.000-04:00Excellent point, 11:37.Excellent point, 11:37.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-5351395616117298452008-06-27T23:37:00.000-04:002008-06-27T23:37:00.000-04:0012:40 AM"the vast majority of men are not ideal fo...12:40 AM<BR/>"the vast majority of men are not ideal for childcare."<BR/><BR/>The vast majority of men are fathers! Now days fathers are expected to be much more hands on than in previous generations, and guess what.......it turns out dads can do a great job!<BR/><BR/>And the reason mostly women work with young children, is because it is poorly paid. Try to support a family on a preschool teachers salary.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-65167775089406483342008-06-27T23:04:00.000-04:002008-06-27T23:04:00.000-04:00LMAO, calimom. :)LMAO, calimom. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-91071650103619898232008-06-27T22:24:00.000-04:002008-06-27T22:24:00.000-04:00The only male I trust with my son is my husband, h...The only male I trust with my son is my husband, his father.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-56952204376699260902008-06-27T14:49:00.000-04:002008-06-27T14:49:00.000-04:00Yes, absolutely. And since men are naturally stron...Yes, absolutely. And since men are naturally strong and have the hunter/predator instinct, (whether they have actually killed someone or not) and the stronger capacity for logical thought, not ruled by random emotions, they are much more naturally suited to the job of police officer or judge than women, who are best suited for bearing children and changing diapers. I'm so glad we can all agree on this. *** roll eyes ***Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-16006493491624086332008-06-27T11:08:00.000-04:002008-06-27T11:08:00.000-04:001:37, well, i understand what you mean but i still...1:37, <BR/><BR/>well, i understand what you mean but i still disagree. <BR/><BR/>women are completely different from men regarding dealing with young children. while i do think women can help both boys and girls in the bathrooms, EXCEPT FOR fathers, i wouldn't feel comfortable with men helping either gender. i also find that most parents would not want a male nanny for this reason. <BR/>it is sexist. sorry but it's true. <BR/><BR/>like i said, there are rare exceptions and there IS a special gift only men can bring. but with YOUNG children, women are much more naturally skilled and suited for the job. we are child-bearers and we have the natural maternal instincts. (whether or not we are mothers yet)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-85721003828322741652008-06-27T06:18:00.000-04:002008-06-27T06:18:00.000-04:0012:40,You are not alone. Many, many people do not ...12:40,<BR/>You are not alone. Many, many people do not get me. It's not you, trust me. And you are correct to question the relevance of some of the info. <BR/><BR/>However, I must disagree with your statement that it is wierd for a man to assist a little girl in the bathroom, depending on the circumstance. In a daycare setting, when a teacher has gone through all the proper background checks, it is not weird in my opinion. Now, does that mean I would ask some strange dude in the park to help my daughter while I go and run to buy the latest issue of Tiger Beat? (I only read it sometimes.) Absolutely NOT. <BR/><BR/>Everything in my opinion is relative. But I did like your post. It was insightful.UmassSlytherinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15647516080217006351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-88431557020519785042008-06-27T01:37:00.000-04:002008-06-27T01:37:00.000-04:0012:40, I don't really see why it's any weirder for...12:40, I don't really see why it's any weirder for a grown man to help a little girl in the bathroom than it is for a grown woman to help a little boy in the bathroom. I just don't see it. Don't you think fathers have ANY role or responsibility at ALL in potty training?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-78234472823836406372008-06-27T00:58:00.000-04:002008-06-27T00:58:00.000-04:00When I was Program Supervisor at my old job (priva...When I was Program Supervisor at my old job (private preschool) I had to call the only male employee into the office numerous times. One day when a parent walked by the classroom he was in she noticed him rolling on the ground with one of our female teachers tickling her. OH SHEESH! The fires I had to put out when that guy was employed. You're never going to believe this but one morning him and another teacher (a female, but not the one he was rolling on the floor with the previous week) were an hour late getting to work. I called them in the office and they said they carpooled in and had "car trouble." One of the gossipy teachers came and told me later in the day that these two were talking about getting it on before coming into work AND they were telling the other teachers about it on the PLAYGROUND!!! <BR/><BR/>I'm disappointed I've never been able to work with an awesome guy teacher. Nothing melts my heart more than seeing a guy who is good with children. <BR/><BR/> Hallelujah I'm a nanny now and don't have to put up with drama anymore.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-18120819708463285462008-06-27T00:40:00.000-04:002008-06-27T00:40:00.000-04:00Not sure I exactly get this post. But I think most...Not sure I exactly get this post. But I think most reasonable, intelligent people can agree that although most men are not pedophiles, the vast majority of men are not ideal for childcare. I am sure the men you listed are exceptions, although the relevance of some of the info is questionable. I still think there is a reason mostly women work with young children. After all, no matter what anyone says it IS weird for a grown man to help a little girl in the bathroom. Sorry, it just is. But I do think there is a special influence that only a man can have on kids.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-28108735918209055872008-06-26T23:33:00.000-04:002008-06-26T23:33:00.000-04:00I think children of all ages can benefit from more...I think children of all ages can benefit from more males involved in their care and education, whether it be as daycare providers, mannies or teachers; especially since so many dads work very long hours, or travel frequently, and of course some children don't have a father present. <BR/>If children see men in these positions, maybe they will grow up to respect these jobs as valuable to society.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-42271099201620963982008-06-26T21:06:00.000-04:002008-06-26T21:06:00.000-04:00No, not with the bathrooming. Not to my knowledge....No, not with the bathrooming. Not to my knowledge.UmassSlytherinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15647516080217006351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-74242487617891153692008-06-26T21:04:00.000-04:002008-06-26T21:04:00.000-04:007:07 again,Any co-workers have any problems with i...7:07 again,<BR/><BR/>Any co-workers have any problems with it?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-14860192726949149812008-06-26T20:08:00.000-04:002008-06-26T20:08:00.000-04:007:07,no, not in my own experience, or at least to ...7:07,<BR/>no, not in my own experience, or at least to my own knowledge.<BR/><BR/>and thank you for reading.UmassSlytherinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15647516080217006351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-39694328216476138722008-06-26T19:07:00.000-04:002008-06-26T19:07:00.000-04:00umass,I am interested to know if any parents had a...umass,<BR/><BR/>I am interested to know if any parents had any issues with a male changing or taking their child to the bathroom???<BR/>Great post by the way.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-40442307663654112082008-06-26T16:22:00.000-04:002008-06-26T16:22:00.000-04:00Yes, 4:17, I have been told before that I am juven...Yes, 4:17, I have been told before that I am juvenile. Thank you for reading. <BR/><BR/>Hellcat,<BR/>I know you are, but what am I?UmassSlytherinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15647516080217006351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-1362945451822949752008-06-26T16:19:00.000-04:002008-06-26T16:19:00.000-04:00This entire article stunk of junior high.This entire article stunk of junior high.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-35014900622685742202008-06-26T16:17:00.000-04:002008-06-26T16:17:00.000-04:00You have kids umass? You sound 17. Your post cra...You have kids umass? You sound 17. Your post cracked me up. Rock on.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-9357523377877139702008-06-26T15:51:00.000-04:002008-06-26T15:51:00.000-04:00funny stuff, UMass. :)and Miserly, trust us, we'll...funny stuff, UMass. :)<BR/><BR/>and Miserly, trust us, we'll all be leaving our panties ON in your presence. :::shudder:::Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-29723977928293477302008-06-26T14:07:00.001-04:002008-06-26T14:07:00.001-04:00I am speechless. May Michael Pitt's love shine on ...I am speechless. May Michael Pitt's love shine on you, anon 11:37.UmassSlytherinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15647516080217006351noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32916951.post-82622308044763122912008-06-26T14:07:00.000-04:002008-06-26T14:07:00.000-04:00Cool Umass, it's great to hear about the male chil...Cool Umass, it's great to hear about the male childcare providers! Admittedly, I do live in a very "earthy-crunchy area" as you put it, and I've met a couple male nannies (my own for that short time and a children's music teacher who also used to nanny) but I agree, it would be great to see it happen more. I mean, for all the dumb stereotypes that exist about males in childcare, just think about how people used to scoff at the notion of a woman being a firefighter, or a judge, or a civil engineer. The dads that work at my son's preschool are wonderful, and it would be awfully dumb if there was some rule that only the moms were allowed to participate in the classrooms at co-op schools.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com