[Alexis]

Approaching families about the development of their child can be challenging. In order to prepare for these types of discussions it could be helpful to practice figuring out what to say with your director or possible coworkers who are aware of the situation. If a teacher doesn’t know what to say preparingThis will be difficult news for families so providing resources can help with finding extra support with learning how to their child. Providing observations of the child may support the teacher’s discussion with families. They share what they notiIt is important to be understanding and show empathy because this can be challenging for the family to hear. Providing support and understanding may be the best way to approach these situations in order to comfort the families.

[Matthew]

cite some instances of the child’s difficulties. There should be solid, verifiable proof that the child is struggling. Additionally, let them know that you are only worried about their learning environment and that their child is not bad.

[kit]

I would be honest and share my thoughts and reason through conclusive evidence from science, and explain how the facts would translate to their development.

[eric]

I have always found open and honest communication key. I do many observations discuss my findings with my director and asst director and then set a meeting with the parents to discuss everything we have learned and where we need to go next

[Peyton]

I would first document the behaviors I am noticing so that when I begin to write a script, I can look back and provide good evidence. I would the refer them to get a developmental screening.

[Nathalie]

Documentation and observation should be done before bringing a parent about concerns. Making sure you have the evidence to backup your opinion about the Childs development. When talking to the parent make sure to go over what you will be talking to the parent about. Make sure you come from a positive and supportive approach. Making sure you are not judgmental and being supportive.

[Olivia]

It’s important to be prepared if you are discussing some challenges with parents. Having practiced what specifically you want to say, how you want to present the issue, and documentation to back up what you are saying. Resources to assist you are always very helpful. If you’re worried about the parents taking your observations the wrong way, you can always talk to your supervisor about the best way to handle it. Make sure that you are objective and that you are speaking about what is in the child’s best interest.

[mariana]

I have always found being open and honest communication key, Making sure you have the evidence to backup your opinion about the Childs development. When talking to the parent make sure to go over what you will be talking to the parent about. Make sure you come from a positive and supportive approach

[Lexy]

When communicating with a parent about the development screening of their child always remember to remain positive and stay specific. You want to tell the parents the facts and only if necessary to the child’s development some opinions on what needs to be done to help their child. I personally would create a guideline of all the child’s milestones and slowly move the conversation into what the child needs to create a healthy, helpful and positive learning experience.

[Ashley]

Stating facts as well as informative resources they can go to for their next steps and any other questions.

[Liana]

Be prepared to discuss and talk to a coworker or go over with a Director to help. Have local resources ready to help the parents with the next step.

[Irina]

Good ways to approach a parent about developmental screening of their child is by providing objective documentation and providing resources.

[Marissa]

Document factual observations. Share resources that will help with their child’s development.

[Cassidy]

By documenting observations, preparing a discussion that has been practiced with/run by a coworker and be willing to have a longer discussion about what you’ve observed. Know the local resources so that you can advise things you think would help strengthen any point of the child’s development and come at the situation objectively and in a manner that is more conversational than judgemental.

[Soleil]

I would say write a script and practice it with som. Try and provide other examples so they don’t feel alone and have an idea of what to expect. You should also always stick to being as factual as possible, stay away from opinions and listen to the family.