[Eryn Murphy]

It is best to already have documentation from observation to show that you’ve been noticing differences from the beginning of the school year to the end of the year.

[Magdalena Sabalsa Gaytan]

Being empathetic and understanding with the parent and having that reassurance that where the childs development is isn’t always a bad thing.

[Kian Hammer]

Drafting and practising what you are going to say is very important since it can be a touchy subject. Make sure to have your reasoning and explanations make sense and agreeable and objective, so that the families can understand your point of view much clearer

[Vinitha Baskaran]

1. Practice what to share with the parents.

2. Can have a script in hand to go over to make some something is not left out.

3. Show observations and documentation and the findings.

4. Show empathy and use concerning words and assure them that they have all the support they need from them.

[Brooke Gutierrez]

Before approaching the parent I would make sure to have many good observations documented so that I am able to communicate it to the parents. I also would also run through what I would be talking with the parents about. Have the observations clearly documented will allow me to cross reference with the cdc checklists in order to show the parents what area the child is possibly delayed by being as objective as possible. I would make sure to have the parents come in for a conference or make sure no other people are around to speak about the childs confidential info.

[Ciara]

Ask the parent what they’ve observed of the child at home. Share objective observations (i.e child often plays alone, child has not mastered x skill, still crawls instead of walking, child is causing harm to others in xyz way) and details about typical development. Let families know we can help them access resources to have child more closely evaluated in order to provide the supports that child needs to thrive.

[Shelby Dronen]

When I am preparing to approach a parent about the developental screenings of their child, I would first make sure I have all my documentation ready. I would review it with myself and also with a coworker who is allowed to have that information. Once I have that organized, I would practice with that same person what I would say to the parents. I would request a meeting with the parents and then let them know the things I have noticed and explain what is developmentally appropriate for a child that age. Then I would point them to some further resources.

[Mumtaz Gaillard]

Discussing how you will approach this conversation with your school director/ head of school. After coming up with a plan of how you will approach the conversation then making sure you have all of the essential documentation ready to go for the conversation. Also having all of the resources available for the parent to help them with understanding what <strong style=”font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; color: var(–bb-body-text-color);”>developmental screening is and how it happens. Ensuring the parent that you are there for them and their child and will always be looking out for them to help them in whatever ways possible (within your limits).

[Michael]

Address the parent from the perspective that your there to help. Put together a script, but also prepare that live conversation is not a scripted one. So, practice with some friends who have kids and ask them to sit with you and pretend this scenario out so you can better anticipate reactions and how your analysis is received. Then tweak your presentation.

[Estrella]

What are some good ways to approach a parent about developmental screening of their child?

A good way to approach a parent about developmental screening of their child you should present documents and observations. Explain as good as possible about your concern but also facts about child development there are many documents that many classes give you about child development.

[daisy]

be open to parents suggestions.

[Fernanda]

What are some good ways to approach a parent about the developmental screening of their child?

– Practice on what you are going to share with the parents

– You can write a script and go over it so you don’t have anything left out or forget anything

– Showing / using words that assure parents that they have the support that they need

– Show observation and documentation

[mia costello]

Confront the parent in a private space where the conversation cannot be heard by others. Highlight the childs strengths before addressing any concerns. Have a plan in place for moving forward but also allow feedback and input from the parent. Have resources available for the parent.

[Mayra Jiménez]

In a private meeting

[Elizabeth]

When sharing observations with a caregiver, it is important to rely on facts and present the data you have collected. Be prepared with your findings and open to any feedback. Scripting can also be helpful to anticipate any defensiveness. Having resources ready for families will guide them in towards next steps. Confidentiality and professionalism are key.