Dress Code- Program Coordinators, Teachers, Assistants, Floaters, Substitutes
It is expected of each employee to present him/herself with professionalism. You are working in an educational environment and are to look professional! How you present yourself and your personal style is very subjective, what one person might think is appropriate to wear to work another may find unsuitable. First impressions last and in an effort to make the best possible impression to both families and colleagues alike it is best to avoid extremes either in attire, make up, hairstyle, jewelry, tattoos and accessories. For this reason the following guidelines have been set:
Appearances must be neat, clean and tidy
No ripped, stained or revealing clothing: this includes: exposed undergarments, “short” shorts/skirts - only mid length or longer, low cut shirts that may show cleavage, or short shirts that expose midriff (including when you sit or bend over), cutoff shorts or pants. Shoe string style tank tops.
Hair should be clean, combed, neatly trimmed or arranged. Shaggy, unkempt hair is not permissible regardless of length. Sideburns, mustaches and beards should be neatly trimmed.
Sports wear is unacceptable for example: wind pants, sweatpants, athletic wear cannot be worn.
Sturdy Shoes must be worn during work hours
Shoes or shoe covers must be worn at all times---no bare feet! Shoe covers or socks must be worn in our infant classrooms that are shoeless environments.
Large dangling earrings are not permitted.
Long fingernails and body piercings may be a safety hazard and will be considered on a case by case basis if they come into the center.
Hats are permitted but must be worn in the forward facing direction. bandanas are not allowed.
Exceptions will be made for programming/fun days such as: spirit week, etc.
Please keep your appearance professional! You are educational professionals!
AN EMPLOYEE MAY BE SENT HOME WITHOUT PAY IF THEIR APPEARANCE IS UNACCEPTABLE OR UNPROFESSIONAL.
CARELOT APRONS/ATTIRE: Carelot Aprons/shirts/jackets/sweatshirts (any item with Carelot logo) will be worn at all times while working in the center. Employees are responsible for the cost of Carelot Attire and Aprons. (See HR for price list- you can also purchase using Carelot Cash)
Dress Code – Administrative/Directors
Because all casual clothing is not suitable for the office, these guidelines will help you determine what is appropriate to wear to work. Clothing that works well for the beach, yard work, dance clubs, exercise sessions, and sports contests may not be appropriate for a professional appearance at work.
Clothing that reveals too much cleavage, your back, your chest, your stomach or your underwear is not appropriate for a place of business, even in a business casual setting.
Even in a business casual work environment, clothing should be pressed and never wrinkled. Torn, dirty, or frayed clothing is unacceptable. All seams must be finished. Any clothing that has words, terms, or pictures that may be offensive to other employees is unacceptable. Clothing that has the company logo embroidered is encouraged. (Field trip/camp/screen printed STAFF t-shirts are not acceptable unless prior approval is given for field trip/maintenance days.)
Fridays are considered dress down days. On these days, jeans in accordance with the above criteria and other more casual clothing, although never clothing potentially offensive to others, are allowed. Printed staff T-shirts are allowed on Fridays as well.
Administrative staff that must go work in a classroom to cover numbers etc. are to wear an apron.
Slacks, Pants, and Suit Pants -Slacks that are similar to Dockers and other makers of cotton or synthetic material pants, wool pants, flannel pants, dressy capris, fashion jeans and nice looking dress synthetic pants are acceptable. Inappropriate slacks or pants include jeans, sweatpants, exercise pants, short shorts, shorts, bib overalls, and any spandex or other form-fitting pants such as people wear for biking.
Skirts, Dresses, and Skirted Suits - Casual dresses and skirts, and skirts that are split at or below the knee are acceptable. Dress and skirt length should be at a length at which you can sit comfortably in public. Short, tight skirts that ride halfway up the thigh are inappropriate for work. Mini-skirts, skorts, beach dresses, and spaghetti-strap dresses are inappropriate for the office.
Shirts, Tops, Blouses, and Jackets - Casual shirts, dress shirts, sweaters, tops, golf-type shirts, and turtlenecks are acceptable attire for work. Most suit jackets or sport jackets are also acceptable attire for the office, if they violate none of the listed guidelines. Inappropriate attire for work includes tank tops; midriff tops; shirts with potentially offensive words, terms, logos, pictures, cartoons, or slogans; halter-tops; tops with bare shoulders; sweatshirts, and t-shirts unless worn under another blouse, shirt, jacket, or dress.
Shoes and Footwear – Wear shoes that are comfortable and appropriate for your outfit. Inappropriate shoes may include: platform heels or beach shoes. Sneakers should be saved for Dress down days only.
Jewelry, Makeup, Perfume, and Cologne - Should be in good taste, with limited visible body piercing. Remember, that some employees are allergic to the chemicals in perfumes and make-up, so wear these substances with restraint.
Hats and Head Covering - Hats are not appropriate in the office. Head Covers that are required for religious purposes or to honor cultural tradition are allowed.
Hair should be clean, combed, neatly trimmed or arranged. Shaggy, unkempt hair is not permissible regardless of length. Sideburns, moustaches and beards should be neatly trimmed.
