TN Licensing Rules
How often should you check a child's diaper for a student that is 2 or younger or a child who is not potty trained?
Every hour.
You can be on your cell phones throughout the day.
NOOOO
True or False. It is not required to post meals and naps in procare.
False. Breakfast, Lunch, and PM Snack as well as naps should be posted DAILY. If you are alone in a room, these can be updated during naptime.
Should children be left unattended during meal times?
No, one teacher must be sitting at all times.
True or False. Bleach water can be used for up to one month.
False. The bleach and water solution must be changed daily
True or False. We greet parents and children upon arrival.
True.
Where do you log the diaper check and or change?
Procare Engage, under the bathroom button.
True or False. Pajamas and slippers are appropriate attire for work.
False. Unless it is a designated day, staff should be dressed presentable, no holes in clothes, and in closed toed shoes.
Can teachers put accident reports in Procare?
No. Parents must be notified via phone about an accident report.
True or False. The lead teacher shouldn't interact with students throughout the day.
False. All teachers need to be engaged and interacting with students. Share the responsibility. If you know you aren't great at art, ask your partner for assistance.
True or False. Toys/classroom should be cleaned every 6months, or when there is a sickness going on in the classroom.
False. Toys/classroom should be cleaned on a daily to weekly basis.
True or False. We discuss the behavior shown by a child in front of other children or teachers.
True or False. Diaper cream and wipes can be out on the changing table?
False. Diaper cream and wipes must be locked up out of reach of children. Soap and water and Bleach water bottles must also be locked up.
True or False. You should notify of a call out at least 1hr before your shift.
False. You should notify at least 2hrs before shift. If you are an opener, 6-7:30, you are expected to show up and we will get you out as soon as possible.
What is spot check used for?
Classroom transitions, SIDS check, transitions from different places on campus, and when a teacher leaves and another comes in
What is the ratio for 12months to 30months?
1:6 and 2:12
True or False. Cleaning should only be done on Fridays.
False. Cleaning should happen every day during nap time, to include the bathroom.
How do you handle a child who is misbehaving?
You get down on their level and talk in a calm voice. You should also have a notebook to write anecdotal notes about the child's day. Should a child's behavior warrant, you start the PBIS observation forms.
When should you wash and sanitize the diapering surface?
Diapering surface shall be washed with soap and water and sanitized after diapering EACH CHILD.
A child must be sent home after how many diarrhea diapers?
Three
True or False. Notes is a way to notify parents of needed items for the next day.
True. Notes in ProCare do not have to be approved, and can be used as a reminder for parents of items children need.
What classroom cannot break naptime ratio?
Classrooms with children under 2.5 years old.
How often should hands be washed in the classroom?
After diaper changes or pottying. Before & After meal times. After coming inside from the playground.
How should you communicate items needed for a student?
3 ways!!
Verbal, ProCare, and Physical copy
How many hands should be on a child when diapering?
One hand at all times
True or False. It is okay to say I'm over ratio over the walkie talkie.
False. NOOOOO. We have codes for a reason.
How many pictures should be posted a day of students?
Minimum of 2. They should not all be group shots.
Should you know how many kids you have at all times, or can you just look in Procare?
You should know at all times how many children you have, without counting or looking.
How often should the vacuum be emptied?
After each use.
What should you "download" onto a teacher relieving you for break or the day?
Students who have had a hard day, what is needed to be done, how many students you have, if any communication or clothing needs to go home.
Should students who are potty training have potty attempts logged in Procare?
Yes. 100%
True or False. It is okay to leave dishes for the cook to do in the morning.
False! If the cook has left for the day, it is your responsibility to do your classroom's dishes.
Lessons plans should be posted in Procare?
True. and in the classroom.
You should congregate and sit on the playground?
False!!
True!!!
If you have to call a student's name more than once, what should you do?
Get up and go over there!!
It is okay to share diapers and wipes.
NOOO
Screentime is appropriate for students two and under?
False. Students 2 and under should not have screen time. The only times TVs should be use are for gross motor activities when you are unable to go outside or out in the hallway.
How do you share the lesson plans on Procare Engage?
Press the activities button --> view daily lesson --> share corresponding lesson with parents.
True or False. Children can walk up and down the hallway without a teacher.
FALSE. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
True or false. It is acceptable to leave trash bags out on the playground
False! This is a huge safety hazard.
You should call out the door if you are needing an another adult?
No! You should use your walkie talkie to ask for assistance.