[Jose Antonio Montor Torres]

The first thing to do is stablish a good relationship with the family, than explained them that we do developmental screenings to every child in our care and explain them what is developmental screenings and what we look on the screenings. After we have the results we can stablish a meeting and as a teacher gat prepare with observations of the child, and resources for referrals. Than discuss with parents the results of the screenings but first tell them some of the child strengths and qualities. Then talk about my concerns and show them the different places where the child can get some extra help in their development.

[Bethany]

Know and practice what you are going to say before hand. Have examples (concrete and detailed) to support what you are saying. Talk with them in a private area when they have time for the conversation. Give them time to express feelings and ask questions. Have strategies for assisting and supporting ready to discuss as well.

[Marlene White]

I actually had a teacher approach us about my daughter and her speech. she was very calm and explained what she had noticed in the classroom and what she would think would help our daughter. she referred us to a speech therapist. She mentioned she had worked with her many times before with other children and also mentioned it was a non profit knowing that money would be an issue for us. She handled it very well, covering all the information that we needed to move forward.

[Abigail K Stidham]

It’s a hard topic to approach the parents about but it needs to be done. I would first look over the facilities policies and procedures on how to handle these situations if there are any. Next, I would think hard about what I am going to say and how I am going to say it. During this time, I may go over with a coworker what exactly I may say. Also, when talking to the parents I will make sure that any evidence on the issue is brought forward and explained.

[Mackenzie]

prepare what you are going to say to the parents, let them know your observations but do so in a tone where they aren’t feeling judged. keep it confidential. give them a list of local resources.

[Courtney]

I would make a list of observations and prepare yourself for meeting with this child’s family.

[Lucy]

First, prepare what you want to go over with the parent before hand, maybe asking some colleagues on their feedback as well.

Keep your observations objective not subjective and have specific examples/situations/evidence to back up your claims. Be positive and specific.

Maybe have some resources available for parents.

[Vladyslav]

Approaching parents about the developmental screening of their child requires sensitivity, empathy, and effective communication. By approaching parents with empathy, respect, and a focus on collaboration, early childhood professionals can facilitate productive discussions about developmental screening and support parents in advocating for their child’s developmental well-being.

[Tetiana]

Approaching parents about the developmental screening of their child requires sensitivity, empathy, and effective communication. By approaching parents with empathy, respect, and a focus on collaboration, early childhood professionals can facilitate productive discussions about developmental screening and support parents in advocating for their child’s developmental well-being.

[Mackenzie]

The best way to approach a difficult subject like this with parents is to do so with utmost caution and respect. You can go over what to say with coworkers and higher officials before speaking with the parents, but when it comes time to discuss it with them you must provide them with the documented information about the child’s developmental red flags to ensure they understand that it isn’t just an assumption of an issue, it is a recorded red flag that needs to be addressed.

[Mason]

I think it is important to think of what you are going to say before saying it. And thinking of key things to discuss before you have the conversation bring up documentation and proof of the instances and think of ways you can help maybe the parents can help the child in the situation and maybe explain what is happening, and how one can thrive or improve on the positives to maybe show that its not all complaints on negative.

[Azucena C]

Always approaching parents with some positive feedback if theirs is any concerns make sure you have the documentation needed to explain and using proper words as well to let the parent know you might need to take some action never used works like behind or words that can be negative toward the child always using positive words to have a good outcome and always ask the parents how they feel and show them what you’ve observed as a provider and why you think you guys may need to take some action on the evaluation doing never diagnose the child always work as a team always say is for the children’s well being and health .

[Ethan Winstead]

I think talking points are important to have prepared, and sometimes have some exact language you would like to use scripted out if you are worried about not getting your point across on the fly, but I think a good strategy could be guiding the conversation by asking the parent, or guardian if they have any questions or comments about their child’s development first. This is a great non hostile way to open up a conversation that could touch on difficult topics in my opinion, and instead of talking at the parents about their child’s development, you are immediately involving them, and making it more of a discussion.

[Anj Hampton]

Drafting a script with another teacher as well as coming prepared with informational and evidenced-based observation and documentation ensures you are sharing the documentation objectively but in a supportive manner. Knowing and referring parents to local resources and referral for next steps is also essential.

[lesley]

I would have a script of what to say & have some examples & documentations ready on hand on ways the child has been struggling & ways for improve, coming up with a good plan.