Classroom Ratios & Supervision
When should you count your kids?
ALL the time; at every transition.
When should you talk to an infant in your care
Always! As they are fed, changed and held.
What written activity plans must caregivers follow?
The class schedule and other plans given by the Director/manager.
How long should a time out last for a 3 year old?
3 minutes.
How long must a child attempt sleeping before you are required to provide a quiet activity?
1 hour.
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How long can an infant be in a restrictive device?
No more than 15 minutes unless eating or being transported.
How many minutes per day must a child spend outside over the age of 18 months?
At least 60 minutes.
Which form of discipline is often used but is actually prohibited?
Withholding a child from recess.
What is considered appropriate lighting during nap time?
When someone’s eyes do not have to adjust upon entering the room.
When is the ratio 1:18 for children over 18 months old?
During the first and last 45 minutes of the day.
What should you do when an infant/toddler is upset?
Hold and comfort them.
Screen time activities are not to exceed how many minutes per day?
60 minutes.
What is the most recommended form of discipline?
Re-direction.
How long can a child go between each meal or snack?
3 hours unless sleeping.
If I step into the hallway but can still see my class, am I out of ratio?
Yes. Stepping out of the doorway of your room puts you out of ratio.
Name 3 of the most common interest centers in a classroom?
Reading center, dramatic play and blocks/building.
Where must we post the written activity plan for parents to see?
In the classroom and on any parent information boards.
Can withholding a snack or treat be considered acceptable discipline?
No. At no point can food be used as praise or punishment.
Which food groups are we required to serve seconds of if the child requests it?
Vegetable, fruit, grain and milk.
When on the playground, where should the teachers be to ensure proper supervision?
On either side, moving, and constantly watching the kids.
Daily reports are required for which age groups?
Infants are required, toddlers/preschool are encouraged.
At what point would you not follow the daily written activity plan?
When it is not in the best interest of your classroom; the kids need something else in that moment.
When is it okay to send a child to another room as punishment?
Never. This is belittling. If a child is struggling in your room and you cannot resolve the issue, a manager needs to step in, not an outside teacher.
When can hand sanitizer be used as a substitute for hand washing?
When a child 2 and over has non-visibly dirty hands.