The Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect

All forms of abuse and neglect are wrong. I have described a few signs of child abuse and neglect to look for when working with children. Physical Abuse Physical abuse is a non-accidental injury to a child that may include, but is not limited to, burning, beating, kicking and punching. There may be physical evidenceContinue reading “The Signs of Child Abuse and Neglect”

Child Abuse and Neglect

Mandated Reporters A mandated reporter is anyone that works with children in any capacity. Mandated reporters are required to report all forms of suspected child abuse and neglect. They are required to make an immediate verbal report (within 24 hours) when suspecting child abuse and neglect and a subsequent written report. The report has toContinue reading “Child Abuse and Neglect”

Licensing Inspection Summary Sheet

Are you feeling anxious about your licensing inspection? I have outlined a few ways to organize the required policies, procedures, and postings, as well as, your children and staff files. Having your files organized will assist you in being prepared for your next inspection. This will help to reduce any form of anxiety that you might have.Continue reading “Licensing Inspection Summary Sheet”

Does your center have a written policy for staff and parents related to releasing children to an intoxicated parent?

Every early childhood center should have a written policy with procedures that outline and explain the actions that will be taken when and if a parent arrives at the center to pick up their child, and they appear to be intoxicated or under the influence. Before writing the policy and procedures they should be discussedContinue reading “Does your center have a written policy for staff and parents related to releasing children to an intoxicated parent?”