Consultation provided on behavioral guidance and forbidden actions.
Comments:
The center self reported a situation involving a staff engaging in inappropriate behavioral guidance and physically disciplining a child. Interviews and a review of video footage supported citations in the areas of behavioral guidance and forbidden actions.
Based on interviews and a review of video footage, it was determined that the center's staff failed to promote a child's well-being and growth when the staff failed to interact with a child with needed help, comfort and support. Evidence: On 11/7/23 at approximately at 9m during circle time, staff A can be seen on video footage sternly telling child A to put their shoes back on after the toddler had taken them off. The voice tone was harsh and not intended to constructively redirect the toddler.
Plan of Correction:
Staff will be retrained on positive child guidance.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-410-1
Description:
Based on a review of video footage and interviews, it was determined that a staff physically punished a toddler. Evidence: On 11/7/23 at approximately 9 am, staff A threw a baggie of flash card pieces at child A to get their attention and to direct the child to put their shoes and socks back on. The baggie hit the child in the leg/foot area.
Plan of Correction:
Staff A was placed on administrative leave starting 11/8 and employment was terminated 11/9.
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