Supervision Basics
This means being aware of children at all times, even during routine activities.
What is active supervision?
Staff should avoid standing with their backs to this.
What is the group of children?
Staff must always know this about each child.
What is their location?
These are high-risk times that require extra supervision.
What are transitions?
Talking and playing with children helps maintain this.
What is engagement?
This is the main goal of active supervision.
What is keeping children safe?
This setup helps eliminate blind spots
What is zoning?
This is required when transitioning between areas.
What is a headcount?
Staff should count children before, during, and after this.
What is moving between areas?
Engaged children are less likely to do this.
What is engage in unsafe behavior?
These are the two key things staff must do at all times: see and ____ children.
What is hear?
Outdoor areas should be checked for these before children play.
What are hazards?
This should never be done while supervising children.
What is using a phone for personal use?
This helps ensure accountability when entering a new space.
What is name to face? What is scan & group count?
This technique involves watching, listening, and interacting.
What is active engagement?
This term means positioning yourself so you can monitor all children.
What is positioning?
This is moving around the space instead of staying in one place.
What is scanning & moving?
Staff should actively engage with children by doing this.
What is enganging or communicating?
Staff should position themselves at the front and back of this.
What is line/group?
Staff should redirect children using this approach.
What is positive guidance?
This involves anticipating what children might do before it happens.
What is proactive supervision?
This type of area is hardest to supervise and needs extra attention.
What is a blind spot or hidden area?
This ensures no child is left behind during transitions.
What is name to face?
Use the _____ to call for support.
What is a walkie/social emotional support.
This builds trust and helps prevent behavior issues.
What is building relationships?