My daughter is in Kindergarten and has a female teacher. I'd like to spend around $30-$40.
But, I'm most concerned about the after school teachers and helpers. Not so much the two middle aged women who run the class but the 4 or so younger high school/college aged girls who are assistants. I'd like to spend $10-15 each but get something they'd like.
So, any suggestions? Thanks in advance. Oh, and nothing that involves me baking or crafting (I suck at both). Store bought only.
Thanks everyone! It looks like gift cards are the thing to do. And so easy!
I get my daycare provider a giftcard for a place to eat and have the kids make her a card.
For the teachers they get a homemade card from me and my son along with a Caribou or Starbucks giftcard.
My husband was a teacher and he always appreciated giftcards and a nice card rather than a gift he might not use. At my work my boss's wife is a teacher and after Christmas he brings in her gifts that she gets and gives them away.
Ok I was about to say Pintrest, but since you said no crafty ideas...Nevermind about that one. LOL.
What about a gift certificate to a day spa for the female teacher? I have several friends that are teachers and are always saying how stressed out they are! I can only imagine if I had 20-30 kindergarten kids to teach every day!
As far as the younger girls, you have several ideas. Down here our teachers frequent sonic a lot because they have a discount card. I gave out 10 dollar gift cards last year and they loved them. You could do a pretty scarf-Scarf's are really trendy with lots of different styles. Last, I may suggest I-tunes gift cards. Most everybody nowdays has an Ipod or Iphone. Good luck and happy shopping!!
My sister & bro-law are both teachers. NOTHING with apple motifs...they hate that. They totally appreciate gift cards. Try to find out a favorite store where they like to shop. You can't go wrong with a Target or Barnes & Noble gift card.
Gift cards, that way they can use it for themselves and when ever they want. I would not get them a card at a place like Hobby Lobby or Walmart. Those will be used to buy stuff for their classrooms or for the kids. I say food or something that is a guilty pleasure, maybe a massage or manicure/pedicure.
I have always done gift card's and only spend $20 per teacher and teacher's aid's....I also know acouple of the teachers very well at my childrens school and the personally love getting gift cards! Good luck!
For the teacher- gift card to Barnes and Noble. That way she can buy something for herself or for the class. As an educator... gift cards are the best! A very close second is a nice ornament (if she celebrates Christmas). Please avoid candles and bath/body stuff. Those are very taste-specific and candidly don't really get used.
For the young aides- gift cards for manicures at a local salon! It's a luxury and would be such a nice treat before those holiday parties. You could also do a gift card to the local movie theater along with a thing of popcorn or a box of candy.
Every year we make a donation to a favorite charity in the name of the teacher and each assistant. There are even some website you can buy a donation and the recipient can choose which charity the money goes to.
Best part is they have no way of knowing how much you spent. It really put the emphasis on the giving and thoughtfulness of the holiday, not on the spending money part of the holiday.
Gift cards. for the kindy teacher, I'd suggest an Amex/Visa gift card, anyone would appreciate that. As for the teen assistants, I'd suggest a gift card to Starbucks or Itunes. My high schooler would be thrilled with those.
So I actually REALLY like the gift ideas and suggestions that they have at SkinnyScoop & I looked and they have a list of gift ideas for teachers > http://www.skinnyscoop.com/list/SkinnyScoop_Staff/back-to...
I do suggest checking out their other lists though - I've found some great gifts that I plan on ordering :)
I love your "I suck" comment, lol. Me, too! I like the mani/salon idea, but I also know that a gift card to Dunkin Donts or Starbucks or any coffee place is usually appreciated-and cheap!
Don't forget Subway Gift Cards. They have a great menu, ($5.00 ft long) and lowfat options.
Teachers and there helpers (assistants) loved them last year!!!
My High School and College Nieces and Nephews LOVED them too!
Happy Shopping!...Great stocking stuffers too.....
A rule I follow for that age group is a ski hat from American eagle or Abercrombie or an iTunes gift card. I don't deviate too far from that and so far I got many thanks each time.
