Give examples of tools that record and communicate critical information to other staff and families.
Discover tools for recording and sharing critical information with staff and families in early childhood education and child care centers. Learn how to apply and model ethical behavior and professional integrity with families. Find examples and resources to enhance communication and build strong relationships in the field.Trainings incorporating this outcome
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Related Outcomes
- Identify staff evaluation tools and evaluation timelines that will assist with supervision of staff and monitoring performance
- Give examples of ways for families to be included and represented in the classroom, even when they are not physically present.
- Give examples of ways to apply and model ethical behavior and professional integrity with staff and administrators.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the information that should be communicated regularly with staff, parents, and the community
- Identify examples of how to share breastfeeding policies/breastfeeding support to families and staff.
- Identify staff evaluation tools and evaluation timelines that will assist with staff supervision and monitoring performance
- Give examples of time management strategies administrators can use to balance record keeping and supervising.
- Give examples of strategies caregivers can use to ensure safe sleeping habits and the prevention of SIDS/SUIDS in infants.
- Give examples of strategies to prevent traumatic brain injuries in infants and young children.
- Give examples of appropriate sensory activities for preschool-age children.
- Give examples on how to choose, plan, and conduct a cooking project in an age-appropriate and organized manner.
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