Is every caregiver trained
in positive discipline to prevent and respond to this type of behavior?
Does the program have a
written policy on handling biting, hitting, and other types of
aggressive behavior? Hint: Good child:staff ratios ensure good supervision and
attention to each child's needs.
Child
Abuse
Yes No
Have all caregivers been
trained how to prevent child abuse, how to recognize signs of child
abuse and how to report suspected abuse?
Do caregivers get regular
breaks during the day, so that their own stress is manageable?
Has the program developed
prevention measures to help reduce the likelihood of abuse and neglect?
Have all caregivers
(including substitutes) had a background check?
Discipline
How do the caregivers
discipline children? Hint:
Discipline should be positive, clear, consistent and appropriate for the
child's age.
Respecting
Differences
Yes No
Does the child care program
have a written admissions policy that welcomes all children into the
program? Children are not
discriminated against based on race, culture, gender, religion, national
origin, ancestry, disability or family composition (blended family,
unmarried parents, sexual orientation of parents, foster family, etc.)
Does the composition of the
children reflect the diversity of the community?
Does the center look for,
hire and support staff that represent the
cultural, language, and ethnic backgrounds of the children that are
served by the program?
Have caregivers had training
on teaching tolerance and celebrating diversity?
