Module 1 Outcome C

9/3/2013

182 Comments

Techniques for Communicating with Families

How do you professionally communicate information about a child’s development?

182 Comments

Megan Schultz

7/5/2016 03:39:50 pm

for me i think communication is key with parents. im always chatting with them after class or before to give them up dates. we also use fb to post fun things and pictures which gets the parents involved

Ann Dollyn Diana

7/13/2016 06:01:45 pm

I would be open and honest with parents, and talk about problems when they come up. Problems usually don’t go away by themselves. I would make an appointment to discuss concerns. Be prepared for the meeting and have a clear agenda of what I want to discuss. Give parents accurate information on what I observe.Explain exactly what the issue is and why it might be a concern. I would check what parents think about the issue and whether they’re concerned about it. I will ask if they experience the same kind of issues at home. I will add some knowledge about the nature of the problem. For example, ‘Many children are tired by this time of the day. Starting school is an exhausting experience’. Parents are more likely to help develop a solution if they understand the nature of the problem.
Own the issue and emphasise that we have the child’s best interests in mind. I would develop a solution. Reassure parents that I (We) can work on the issue, but invite them to help with the solution. For example, We might say something like ‘Biting other children is very common in children of joe’s age. It doesn’t mean he is bad or aggressive. We have ways of helping children learn how to get what they want without biting, but in our experience it always helps to work with a child’s parents to find the best approach for an individual child. I will be prepared to offer a range of solutions as well. Offering solutions is a consultative process. Ask for parents’ opinions. Brainstorm as many solutions as possible, then jointly evaluate the pros and cons of each solution.

Megan Rockstad

3/28/2017 03:22:41 pm

Yes i agree, great statement.

alysa

8/8/2016 06:55:46 pm

I agree that in this day and age that it is very important that you utilize all types of communication with your families. Parents appreciate regular updates and pictures regarding what is going on in their childs education.

Jausenta Grothen

7/5/2016 04:45:07 pm

I enjoy talking with the parents wether the student had a good day or a bad day. Also where the child does great and where we could use improvement. The communication can help carry your important message home with the child.

Ayla

7/5/2016 05:46:01 pm

I try to touch base with every parent as they enter the door.
I may try to have a private conversation without the child at first to cover anything they may need to work on (Social Skills, Potty Training, Etc.) that may embarrassed the child. I then follow this up with a positive conversation about positive things that happened that day, and this conversation is heavily engaged with the child.

gavriela

7/31/2016 03:35:09 pm

i agree

Rachel

7/5/2016 09:26:30 pm

By talking with the parent of the child very day and allowing them to know what's going on so that they can also help as well.

Annalisa Willette

7/5/2016 09:37:05 pm

touching base and having a discussion with parents every day

Elvina

10/17/2016 08:59:29 pm

Great reply! I agree)

Kathryn Starr

7/5/2016 10:06:36 pm

There are many ways to communicate information via face to face communication during pick up and drop off. Daily notes of summary of what actives taken place. Monthly newsletters. Or, teacher parent conference.

Katie E

7/6/2016 06:43:01 am

I try to have a moment with each child and parent at pick-up and drop off. At pick-up I will invite the parent into the class to see something on our art-wall that the child has been working on or remind the kiddo to teach their parents the new song we learned at circle time

Jessica

7/6/2016 02:09:27 pm

You professionally can communicate for your child's things by talking to parents at the end of the day on how they're day were.

Danielle Newsome

7/6/2016 08:21:49 pm

i feel like communication when dropping off the child and when picking up the child is key. Newsletters are also a good way to communicate what has been going on and what will be going on. There is also parent conferences and group parent meetings that help.

Justine

7/6/2016 09:58:02 pm

In professionally communicating information about a child's development, one must first spend time patiently observing and actively participating in the child's daily activities. I find it helpful to create moments with the child and encourage the child's own expression during such moments. This will allow for a genuine exchange in communicating information of the child's development, including details and reinforcing the child to share their own experience with moments created throughout their day.

Zehra

7/7/2016 10:46:17 am

You can professionally communicate information about a child’s development by spending time with child and parent and updating them about the progress and the moments in the class activities

rezwanguli malike

7/7/2016 09:47:15 pm

you should be professionally communicate

Alexis

7/8/2016 10:39:41 am

I chat with parents daily about the childs development, or eduactional state.

Charlie

7/8/2016 12:00:00 pm

Communicate with fellow teachers to get a full idea of child's development and then communicate that with the families via meetings or conferences.

Chelsey

7/8/2016 01:17:42 pm

To professionally communicate a child's development I would have several different options. First I would talk to the parent at every pick up as well as drop off. I think it is just as important to ask parents how the child's night/morning was as it is to inform the parent how their day was. This will give me insight into their current mood/feelings and will allow me to have understanding of how to approach them. If they have been dealing with a hard situation at home, I can have a softer approach. This is also helpful to the parents. At the end of the day I can inform the parent of what type of day their child had at school and they will then know what their needs are for the night. I also think a weekly newsletter of what the class will be working on and what type of work has been presented in the class is important so the parents have a topic of conversation in regards to school at home.

Rachel

7/8/2016 06:20:45 pm

touching base and having a discussion with parents every day

Sheena

7/8/2016 06:58:08 pm

Communication with parents via email, in person, phone is important. You can also send home assessments and newsletters informing them of class activities.

Avery Hinson

7/8/2016 08:38:08 pm

Talk to the parent privately at the end of the day and offer suggestions while also being sensitive and tactful.

Rachel

7/8/2016 10:42:18 pm

I believe that building a trusting relationship with the family of the child creates the opportunity to share important information about their child's development.

Lisette

9/4/2016 08:26:14 pm

I strongly agree, if you have a trusting relationship with the family and offer options like talking in person, via email, phone, understanding that every family is different and that all families want to know how their kids are development.

Hailey

7/9/2016 12:09:50 am

Daily communication about the child's day when the parent comes to pick them up. Discuss how their behavior was, what they ate, and if any behavioral problems, come up with ways parents would be able to help in order to help prevent said problems.

laurie

7/9/2016 11:50:01 am

Positive encouragement. "Today your child learned how to do this, we're seeing growth in this area." "Today so and so did this that's something for them." Always positive even on hard days "Today was hard for so and so they didn't want to do this activity, but that's ok I'm sure today was just a hard day for them." followed with "we look forward to seeing you tomorrow!"

Avery

7/9/2016 02:47:27 pm

Communicate with parents privately. Show them why you feel the way that you do along with facts.

Alyssa

7/9/2016 03:14:24 pm

Always talking to the parents. at my work we use an app that allows us to communicate with parents all throughout the day. we can send notes, pictures and updates. we also have a week by week plan posted outside our doors so the parents always know that their child is doing and learning throughout the day.

Andrea

7/9/2016 04:14:27 pm

Daily communication with the parent, either in person or by email. Weekly newsletters. Parent-teacher conferences.

Christine Hatfield

7/9/2016 05:04:27 pm

I believe that there should definitely be some kind of one on on communication with the parents so they are informed daily on how their child is doing but also some sort of newsletter or email to also keep parents up to date.

Panchu Modi

7/10/2016 12:50:59 am

Talking to parents at the beginning of the day or an E-mail at the end of the day can be some of the ways.

Kyann

7/10/2016 12:47:03 pm

I am a strictly morning caregiver so I like to review what we're going to be doing throughout the day with parents so they know what to expect at the end of the day. I also like to check with the parents to make sure they got any notes or incident reports I may have written up before I left the previous day.

Kylie

7/10/2016 01:23:01 pm

Communication at the end of the day that includes details about their child's day is key at least for my students parents and I. I like to be positive with them, and tell them highlights and accomplishments that occurred during the day.

Tabitha Hoskins

7/10/2016 02:14:27 pm

By having an open line of communication and discussing how there children are doing on a daily basis

Elizabeth Sloan

7/10/2016 05:05:00 pm

By planning out a monthly lesson plan I am able to communicate with families what we will be learning in the upcoming weeks and to provide opportunities for families to participate in a variety of ways in a the monthly newsletter. Also, during rest time I can communicate with parents via a white board what our weekly theme is, and highlight the daily activity of the classroom. Individually, keeping samples of the students work, documenting observations allows me to communicate with parents about the progress of their child. Being accessible to parents via email and text ( use a google text number so they do not have personal information) is a great resource to quickly communicate reminders, send pictures of their child completing a project, links to community resources etc. This is also able to be referenced during one on one conferences with parents and teachers.

tara rock

8/25/2016 02:06:51 pm

This comment has all my thoughts in it. always keep communication between parents and teacher open and moving.

April

7/10/2016 05:56:04 pm

There are many ways to communicate professionally with the families of the children in your care. A short conversation at pick-up or drop off, a note or having meetings with the parents are all viable ways of communicating with the parents

Allison Lake

7/11/2016 11:55:34 am

You can professionally communicate a childs development by speaking with the parent at the end of each day. But if there is not enough time for the conversation make sure to set up a conference.

Samantha

7/12/2016 08:58:45 pm

There are so many ways that teachers can cummunicate with childs parents about thier childs development like daily worksheets, parent teacher meetings, speaking to childs parents during drop-off and pick ups. Basically communication is a must.

Michelle

7/12/2016 09:08:48 pm

Ongoing, frequent, open and honest communication in as many ways as make sense is a good way to professionally communicate about a child's development. Newsletters, face to face communication at pick up and drop off, family and teacher conferences, etc.

Hannah

7/13/2016 03:13:06 pm

Daily discussion with the parents is beneficial, at my place of employment we also leave notes on their private sign in sheets.

Abigail Kent

7/13/2016 08:34:22 pm

Its important to touch base with the parents about how their child's day was. I discuss positive developments for the day (potty in the toilet, fun games, sharing skills etc.) and try to keep the parents looped in about how their child is doing. If there is a more serious behavioral or cognitive issue to be discussed I ask for a moment of the parents time away from other parents and other children to show the parent that I am professional, compassionate and serious about fostering meaningful relationships between the daycare and family.

Kailee

7/13/2016 11:22:57 pm

At the end of the day I would communicate with the parents on how the day went, the ups and the downs to let them know things that may need improvement and also things that the child had done really well with.

kerry

7/14/2016 02:24:46 pm

Daily conversations keep both the parent and the teacher on the same page so there aren't any surprises in either case.

Autumn

7/14/2016 08:35:31 pm

I would be honest and open with parents. Communicate daily on what happened that day and any problems that arose. Make sure that the parents understand where their child is at and what they can do to help the child while they are at home.

Vanessa Zamora

7/14/2016 09:44:12 pm

Communicating with the parents about wheather the child had a good or bad day and things they succeeded in or did not.

leixin wang

7/15/2016 05:10:52 pm

Daily discussion with the parents is beneficial.

Diana

7/16/2016 10:17:06 am

You professionally can communicate for your child's things by talking to parents at the end of the day on how they're day were.

Ieisha

7/16/2016 03:57:35 pm

You can professionally communicate with parents via first establishing positive interpersonal relationships during morning and afternoon pick up. Show interest in the family routines, customs, foods, home life and weekend schedule. Make sure that your parents are aware of their child's daily schedule so that they can reinforce positive habits at home. Also, in today's world of technology it is also good to have an online presence and a way for families with limited internet to communicate and receive regular updates and information.

Krystal

7/16/2016 06:47:38 pm

the best way to communicate with parents about children's development is through individual communication and parent teacher conferences

Mandy Meikle

7/17/2016 06:02:24 pm

While It depends on the situation and what happened, I like to communicate with families in person or via email.

Brittany Fry

7/17/2016 08:35:29 pm

To professionally communicate information about a childs development I would sit down with the parents and be open and honest with them about any developmental concerns I had while also pointing out he things they do well on. I would listen to the parents and take into consideration of things that they would like me to work on with their child. Trust and good communication between parent and teacher is key.

Sarah Cristofono

7/18/2016 09:41:43 am

I think a good way of talking about a childs development proffesinally is by approaching the parent's and talking kindly and supporting there childrens needs and trying to communicate with the parents to help the child succeed.

Terry

7/18/2016 11:13:32 am

I think its essential to have great communication with the parents either in a positive or negative way. it keeps the door open

Natalya C

7/18/2016 09:27:27 pm

Where I work we generally have a daily conversation during both drop off and pick up time with each parent about what is going on with the child and what activities were done. If there might be anything exciting, or not so exciting, the child might want to discuss with their parents or family. If there were any serious concerns or any big moments we would have a sit down conversation with the parents/guardians.

oxana

7/19/2016 09:06:20 pm

Having a discussion with parents every day, telling them about their child's day and progress. Sending home assessments and newsletters informing them of class activities.

Lena Olson

7/19/2016 09:28:30 pm

Verbal communication is important at drop off and pick ups to touch base, Gage moods, get an update on home life and discuss daily needs for the child. More serious matters should be scheduled appointments. I am also a can of written reports on children we have a special interest in, usually when they are struggling. Writing down a child's day and mood helps me put it into perspective and helps the parent keep track of their child's development or things that might not be appropriate to discuss in front of the classroom or child.

lulu wang

7/20/2016 12:18:41 am

I am very enjoy to tell the parents the interesting thing that happened on each child during the day time. I am also very proud of my children who are learning some thing new. I prefer to use positive way to share and solve every thing that happened in classroom.

Kimberly Schlosser

7/20/2016 06:14:17 pm

Communication is hard work if you're not careful. I try my best to have daily conversations with parents, both with the child present and not. Since I have build a good standing rapport with the families I'm able to come to them if I have a concern weather it be about a developmental milestone we need to work on or giving some pointers for how to apply what we do daily at home. Being honest and listening to what parents are saying is real important, it can make or break you when its time to speak on tough subjects with families.

Alexis

7/21/2016 12:29:46 pm

Touching base with parents everyday on where the children is standing with daily activities.

Mikaela

7/21/2016 06:53:25 pm

Talking to the parent everyday when they pick up about there kid

sarah

7/21/2016 07:59:10 pm

During pick-up times I will discuss with the parents what their child did that day, address any concerns they had had in the past or present like naptime or eating habits and tell them about the progress their child is making, and use what i have learned from my director and relay that to the parents as reason for why this certain thing is going on. Also we give handouts to parents on subjects like dropping the nap and sleep disorders if they request it.

Jaimie Wiggin

7/22/2016 01:47:44 pm

I start off by always greeting the parent or family member and begin to talk about the highlights of their day. I than talk about challenges we had during the day. I ask the child what did we learn about that challenge to make it something positive,

Sophia

7/22/2016 06:22:15 pm

Daily communication with Parents.

Felicia

7/23/2016 08:38:50 am

To communicate professionally, I would find what methods work best for each family. In general I would share latest childhood developments data through handouts or a newsletter, as well as my teaching strategies. For each family, I would try to touch base when they are arriving or departing if they have time. If not, I would communicate by email, facebook, text, letter...whatever if the best mode for them. I would also schedule conferences a couple times a year to share observations, assessments, samples of child's work & fun kid quotes. I would make sure they have my phone number to call me with concerns. When conversing with families, I would actively listen and make notes to refer back to. Getting to know them and earning their trust is key to communicating effectively.

Chantel Craft

7/24/2016 10:34:09 am

Touching base everyday with the parents on how the child is doing if they had a good day or a bad day. What they do good on and what could maybe use some improvement.

krystal

7/24/2016 01:01:47 pm

Daily communication with the parents is key, if you cant talk to the parent in person, maybe leaving a sticky note on there child's sign out sheet.

Josh

7/24/2016 06:13:49 pm

I touch base with the parents at drop off or pick up time and write a note to them about what they did and highlight something positive that happened to their child specifically.

Angela Bockman

7/24/2016 07:23:27 pm

I love to be able to talk to parents in person, or on the phone, email, letters home with the child. Any problems that might be going on, or if their child did something well. Either way, that open line of communication is key to have a successful bond with them.

Michael

7/24/2016 09:41:44 pm

Professional communication at my facility includes daily updates to parents, open door policy for any concerns/issues, and letting parents know immediately if there are any problems. It's important to be sensitive of and open to the wishes and feelings of parents as well.

Maya thetford

7/25/2016 01:03:43 pm

We send news letters wth important updates, keep a dry erase board by the drop off area that has meals listed and a dry erase board with daily highlights, we also try to have ten minutes per family at pick up to discuss each child's day and go over any goals we're working on with the child (e.g. David is working on keeping his body calm during circle time, but he has been a wonderful sharing friend today!")

Francesca Vespa

7/25/2016 08:01:42 pm

I believe daily communication with parents is vital. This can be achieved by touching base with the parents at pick-up or through newsletters and emails. It is important to create an open, positive, and welcoming environment for both parents and children.

Peyton Kuzakin

7/26/2016 11:28:57 pm

Daily communication with the parents during drop off or pick is a good way too talk about the child's development. Another way to is to send out weekly reports or newsletters with the children.

Amanda

7/27/2016 09:13:26 am

We use Facebook to show activities we are doing through the year, I have a weekly schedule written out for parents to be aware of what's going on. I also keep the parents updated on how their kids are doing and if kids aren't doing well, the kids get a note to go home to talk about.

Allison Lake

7/27/2016 01:31:21 pm

To professionally communicate with the parents I would suggest talking when they are dropped off or picked up. If there is no time for that then emailing or phone calls work good too.

Aly

7/27/2016 02:14:38 pm

Honesty and open communication is very important when dealing with children's development. I would talk with the parents calmly, and positively. Don't compare their child to other children who may be farther along or going at a slower pace than their child. Don't put the child down in any way or make the parent feel as though they are failing at being their parent and that is why the child is behind. Again, just say positive.

Laura

7/28/2016 12:01:48 am

I could professionally communicate with a parent about their child's development by sending home a hand-out detailing age/grade appropriate expectations. This could give a good starting point to enter discussion with them concerning their own child.

Amanda Flores

7/28/2016 08:51:42 am

Tracking information and letting parents know on a daily basis what is going on. Sending out emails on a regular basis and a daily communication about what is being taught in the classroom.

Tashayla McQueen

7/28/2016 01:39:32 pm

I believe showing visually throughout the week the progress the student has made helps a lot. However daily communication is key. I found it helpful to make daily behavior logs to send home to the parents a summary of what was done and a worksheet we worked on.

Syeda Quadri

7/28/2016 04:38:13 pm

Key Communication is at dropping off and picking up time

Rachel

7/28/2016 07:26:16 pm

I believe a brief discussion with parents at pick up is a great way to communicate about the child's development. Maybe mention an accomplishment from that day or a struggle that they could possibly continue to work on at home. A parent teacher conference is a great setting to go more into details of a child's development and to be able to answer parents questions as well.

(Susan) Elise Cabre-Vondrell

7/29/2016 06:52:32 am

Having a quick check in with parents on a daily basis can give loads of information to the caregiver and likewise parent. During these check in's, one can initiate conversations of what growths or needs the child might have.

Maggie

7/29/2016 03:50:38 pm

Document, document, document. Keep very good records of observations and communicate with parents through parent teacher conferences or set up meetings with parents one on one or with a school administrator there for support. Never talk about a child with other children present or even that child present. Always talk about what you have observed and be detailed. Never judge or compare children. The child's best and highest good should always be in the middle of the conversation and talk about developmental norms so that they have an understanding of what you are looking at and why.

Karaden Marquette

7/29/2016 04:20:52 pm

I would observe the child using milestones for that age group and explain how we are working on reaching that milestone. Also discussing any behavioral issues needs to be address with sensitivity and care. Explain what the child likes and has done that day/week, so the parents are able to expand on these concepts at home.

Emily

7/31/2016 01:24:08 pm

Documentation and communication

Marree Perrault

8/1/2016 02:23:42 pm

A professional way to communicate is email because it provides a written record. Setting up home visits with documentation is also acceptable. Informal visits on site are also a good way to get information across.

Maren

8/2/2016 09:04:54 am

Professional way we communicate with parents is if a child behaves in a negative matter in class we will send a letter home wanting it to be signed. I will also send a letter home if a child had an exceptional day. I try to send a letter home to each parent at the end of the month. I also send home a weekly calendar.

Adelle Goettel

8/2/2016 07:46:34 pm

Through daily, brief, and example-filled communication. Offer your own thoughts in a professional manner so they trust your judgement, and ask for their opinion so you have other ideas and they feel respected.

cassie chao

8/3/2016 01:45:30 pm

By communicating DAILY what is going on with the child, good or bad. I like to start with "today we worked on...." and then communicate the steps that the child and i both took together to get to a better reaction ( ex. if child isnt able to use their big girl/boy voice and is yelling at friends out of anger then i would have them sit in my lap and talk about the things that they shouldnt do but instead a nicer way to talk to a friend out of anger. then letting the parent know the awsome things the child did the rest of that day like " today was good! he got angry but controlled his reaction and used his words"

Michelle D Larsen

8/3/2016 02:38:57 pm

I communicate with parents about their child's development by giving the brief updates at pick up time, when appropriate. More formally, conferences twice a year allow for a more thorough review of the child's progress.

Brittany Williams

8/3/2016 04:45:10 pm

Hopefully I have developed and friendly relationship with the parent or parents by this time. So i would be straight forward with them, let the know their child's strengths and struggles in the class. Also let them know where their child has progressed.

Courtney Evans

8/3/2016 10:51:14 pm

I would try to communicate with the parents on what their child is doing well with in class but also what they are struggling with and come up with a plan to help strengthen the child in the areas that need improvement. And then let the parent know where there child has progressed

Sarah Jimenez

8/3/2016 11:04:45 pm

I try to touch base with as many parents as I can on o daily basis as they enter or at pick up time. I use this time to let the parents know about anything special that the child has accomplished and at times have a moment to speak with them about problems or red flags that we might see needing attention with their child. I also like to use parent teacher conference times to communicate more clearly through testing results and i always let parents know that i can be reached whenever they feel the need.

Somporn Osborn

8/4/2016 12:00:50 pm

I think it is important to talk with the parents about their children what they need to do. Also adjust and help together with parents.

Taylor

8/5/2016 11:04:05 pm

How do you professionally communicate information about a child’s development?
Just letting them know how their child is doing throughout the day. We give out daily sheets that show when a diaper was changed and a brief summary of what they did and how they ate.
We have information on what we will be learning that will be happening during that week. Just talking with them every time they come in.

deja

8/8/2016 02:07:33 pm

I don't professionally communicate information about a child’s development at my schools because that is the lead teachers job. What I can do is communicate about the time ive spent with their child when they ask.

Meenal Bhangria

8/8/2016 02:50:39 pm

There are so many ways to communicate information, open conversation ,daily note of summary,monthly newsletters and teacher parent conference.

alysa

8/8/2016 06:58:10 pm

I love to use all types of communication, making sure to ask what mode of communication works best for each family. I find that the better you communicate and the more involved a parent feels, the more support you will feel from them as a teacher.

SAYEH

8/8/2016 10:01:52 pm

By talking with parents as much as posable and allowing them to know what's going on in our classroom ask them which part they would like to be involve.

Matthew Valente

8/9/2016 04:34:41 pm

I like to be direct about serious issues in the classroom. If something is problematic behaviour that needs to be addressed at home theres no point beating around the bush with it. I also like to give praise where praise is due so it isnt only bad news going home all the time.

heather

8/9/2016 09:34:12 pm

being direct with the parents and giving them a daily report for each day there child is in care can really help the parents to be able to talk to the kids and find out what they need that day. making sure if a problem is going on with a child that the parents are aware of it so the parent and teacher can come up with solutions together to help those children become successful learners.

lydia

8/13/2016 03:14:22 pm

I always tell the parents either their kid had a good day or no and if i have a certain concern about them; I suggest a solution.

Divya Nayak

8/14/2016 12:51:52 pm

Consistent and Genuine Communication between parents and teacher staff is very essential. Every parent wants to know about his/her child's development. This can be done at Pick up-Drop off times. The staff can give them the summary of their child's activities, can mention about their special achievements and areas to improve on. It is beneficial for parents to know about the child's interests. Many parents are interested in knowing about eating habits too. Comparison should not be done with the other students. Small take-away projects can be made during the class. Parent-Teacher Conferences should be held every 2-3 months.

Diane

8/14/2016 01:46:03 pm

I think that parents should hear the good parts of their child's day. Telling them about the growth and activities their child has accomplished goes a long way and can be done at the time of pick-up. If you have a more serious topic to discuss with them, arrange a time or call them personally to discuss the matter. We also have a board that lists all the things we have done in the day. It shows the songs we sang and the books as well as the topics we have discussed.

Sarah

8/15/2016 11:46:58 am

Parents need to hear praise about their child as well as any area that the child might be struggling in. If the child is struggling or there are some behavioral issues, I can talk to the parent in a confidential manner, so that the child is not embarrassed in front of their peers.

christian

8/15/2016 01:15:02 pm

I believe that open face to face communication is the best way to best communicate with parents about their child's development. This open communication should occur on a daily basis. When a new infant starts in my class asking parents about how far along in development their child is is the first step to gauge where to start with the child. from there figuring out what parents have been working on at home with child is the next step. Also talking with parents about set developmental standards (while reminding them that every child learn/develops at their own rate) is important so that parents know what standards are 'typically' met for their child's age range. Also letting parents know of daily accomplishment no matter how small can keep the conversation positive and moving forward so that parents see that their child is growing and developing a little each day. Also Letting parents know what they can do at home to help their child have consistency or asking what works best at home that can be implemented in class as well.

Toni

8/15/2016 03:01:22 pm

Daily communication with parents

Toni

8/15/2016 07:56:35 pm

For me, touching base and having a discussion with parents everyday about their child.

Daniel R Massoni

8/16/2016 09:40:54 pm

By talking to the parent when they pick up their child.

Taylor Yates

8/17/2016 08:40:48 am

A brief conference with the parents about where there child is developmentally when the child is new to your class, and talking with them each day about what their child has learned in your class. Discussing with the parents areas of difficulties and areas where they are proficient.

Lori

8/18/2016 06:56:38 pm

Be honest with the parents, unless the parents know what is going on with their child they may not know that they need to work on anything at home. Keep them up to date on what is going on and being learned in the calassroom.

Audrey

8/19/2016 03:50:59 pm

Give parents updates by talking with them in the morning when they drop children off and later in the day when they pick them up. You can also send home written reports and charts. Invite parents to visit and volunteer in the classroom, so they can witness firsthand how their child is learning and developing. Another option for communicating information about a child's development is parent-teacher conferences, during which you can share a portfolio of the child's activities, discuss their social-emotional growth, and explain assessment results.

mona

8/20/2016 11:15:48 am

Daily communication about the child's day when the parent comes to pick them up and I usually tell the parents their kid had a good day and how was his or her havoir during the class

Limuel / Lim

8/21/2016 01:05:40 am

I can professionally communicate information about child's development by on a case to case basis. For children with some issues, I can set up a special time with parents or guardian but on regular cases, I can always talk to the parents / guardians before or after school.

Ashley

8/22/2016 09:34:08 am

I professionally communicate with parents by consistently asking questions regarding development observations. I also maintain a open mind when receiving feedback (comments and concerns). I am always respectful even when I disagree with the information presented.

tawnya

8/23/2016 12:58:30 pm

I feel like a conference with the parents is a good way to communicate it gives you a chance to be one on one you can adress what ever needs to be addressed and you get to know the family a little better without being interrupted.

melisa

8/27/2016 08:00:29 pm

agree

Molly Morano

8/31/2016 10:47:17 am

There are many ways in which you can professionally communicate information about a child's development. The first way is to learn about the child's individual culture's customs and beliefs. Then a teacher should have accurate documentation about the child's development that they have obtained by observing the child. They should also set up a meeting with the parent individually rather than trying to communicate this information during the chaotic drop-off and pick-up times in the mornings and afternoons. The teacher should also create a list before the meeting about what they are wanting to discuss with the child's parents or guardians.

Samantha

9/1/2016 01:27:54 am

I professionally communicate through talking face to face each day at drop off and pick up. I think it is important to pause what you are doing and have the good manners to acknowledge when someone enters your room. I think sending photos by text during the day is a lovely thing to do and make sure the images are natural and it's best if the child doesn't even know the photograph is being taken. I think a monthly 10 minute phone conversation or in person meeting is a great way for parents and carers to check in and make sure everyone understand why certain behaviors are happening, how to best support the child and the parent.

Bella

9/1/2016 04:28:51 pm

You can professionally communicate about the kids by speaking with their parents daily by filling them in about the latest lessons taught,what they did well with that day and/or what they can work on to do better next time if they seemed to have trouble doing so the first time. It's important to try to talk to the parents everyday so you can build a bond and really allow the parents to feel included.

Breanna

9/3/2016 11:43:34 am

Being open and honest with parents about their child makes a huge difference. For example, working together to find a solution to a problem that will work at home and at school will help resolve the problem more quickly.

Esther

9/6/2016 09:25:32 pm

Talking to the parents before and after school to tell them about their child's day. Answering any questions, or talking to them about any concerns they might have about their child.

Morgan Hamilton

9/8/2016 10:06:15 pm

For me communication is the most important thing with parents. We're always updating each other with things that have happened at home, or at school. We discuss things the child had trouble with and what they seemed to enjoy. If the parents don't have time to communicate when they are dropping off or picking up their child, we both have phone numbers and email so that we can contact each other to communicate something.

Dani H

9/10/2016 10:18:52 pm

In my classroom I use a variety of methods. Each day every child gets an electronic report sent home that is also accessible via an app on cell phones, I include pictures of the child from that days activities, I greet each parent at the end of the day and discuss the highlights of their particular child's day and I include a weekly curriculum posted outside the class with what activities and subjects we will be focusing on,

Kate

9/11/2016 01:51:50 pm

Face to face communication everyday when a parent drops off and picks up a child is important. This way you can communicate on how the child is doing or how they did throughout the day. It is important to share the strengths of the children as well as what they may be struggling in. On top of daily communication, weekly or monthly newsletters can be important as well.

Dilrabo

9/11/2016 04:43:21 pm

I agree with that. Communication with parents is the most important thing to develop the quality of your work and do effective. one of the best way on that is to give a chance parents to participate in activities at classroom or be a volunteer in some days when they can. It gives really good imagination about their children's every day's life.

Payam Khastkhodaei

9/12/2016 10:55:06 am

By making sure that you communicate with the parents and children on a daily basis in a very respectful way.

Simegn

9/13/2016 08:22:37 am

I believe communication is a key. We usually keep parents updated and informed through out the day with the app we use. It gives them ideas of what was happening throughout the day. Furthermore, face to face interaction is also very crucial therefore these should always take place during drop offs and pick ups.It is always good to let parents know how their child is doing and if we have any concerns.

Tessa

9/17/2016 04:50:28 pm

I talk with the child and the parents and let them know how the child was, that day.

Micaela P

9/18/2016 11:42:11 pm

You can professionally communicate information about a child’s development to the parents through newsletters, daily classroom notices, and parent-teacher meetings and events. Communication should also be highly personalized, so forming a trusting intimate relationship with the families through conversations during drop-off and pickup is key.

Kaitlyn

9/19/2016 10:40:27 am

I think that when interacting with a parent it is important to lead with positive things the child has done instead of focusing on negatives.

Jaya

9/20/2016 01:58:18 pm

Talking to the parents when they come to pick up their child and telling them about what their child has learned or asking the child to fill in on what they learned that day. also to encourage parents to work with their child at hoe to see how their child is developing on their learning.

Maria

9/20/2016 06:04:34 pm

When teachers and child care providers tell a parent about their child's developmental delay, they make sure that they choose right time and place to talk, have enough informations and listen respectfully.

Yumiko Mendez

9/25/2016 01:38:55 pm

Dhanya

9/27/2016 10:20:09 pm

communication with parents, also we can use social media to post fun things and pictures , monthly news letters ,parent teacher conference .

ella rock

9/28/2016 04:39:41 pm

I believe communication is key with parents and that its important to always tell them how there kids are.
It's important to be 100% honest and open because parents need and want to know how there child is.

Melisa

10/1/2016 07:14:31 pm

Communication, building the relationship with the parent gaining the parents trust, having parent teacher meeting. Just communication talking face to face getting to know one another.

Wendy

10/11/2016 10:52:19 am

In my opinion using a written format is ideal. This way emotions have a degree of separation.

Beth

10/11/2016 02:49:12 pm

I have a worksheet for my assistant and i to fill out. each child has their own file and parents can read the bi-weekly updates on their child and write responses if they so desire. they can also email me anytime they feel the need to. we write about the developments of each child on these forms and any questions we might have of the parents. i think having our observations and concerns are important for the parents so they can understand how the caregiver of their child sees their child's development

Brianne Frazier

10/15/2016 03:15:21 pm

most importantly communication is key to a child's development. it takes the child, the parents, the childcare provider, and others that are apart of the child's life to demonstrate positive experiences. first, my approach: is to stay open to any questions or concerns the parent might have on their child. second approach: is to explain positively how the child is doing in certain categories such as, involving themselves in activities, how they learn, how they play with others and by themselves, listening to people. my last approach is to ask them if there is anything that they would like us too work on or improve on. just to stay on the right page on the child's well-being

Maria

10/18/2016 08:57:43 pm

Be open and honest, verbally provide examples to parents about what their child did that day, show parents artwork and games completed by their children, show parents the learning materials used each day.

Delia Cano Garcia

10/18/2016 10:06:55 pm

I discuss with parents at drop off and pick up time about their kid's accomplishment during the day. Newsletters, daily reports, teacher conferences are also ways to communicate parents about child's development.

Karlee McCarroll

10/20/2016 10:36:25 pm

There are many ways for this to be accomplished. Weekly newsletters or announcements can be sent out, having more personal conversation during pick up and drop off specifically for one child, or even holding conferences every so often just to keep families updated on the progress and growth of their child.

Hayley Lautt

10/31/2016 08:09:33 pm

You can talk to the parent to see if they have any concerns about the child, also giving them updates on what you guys are focusing on in class, and updating them at the end of the day on how they are doing or if you have any concerns.

Miko

11/6/2016 04:11:02 pm

I like to use tools such as ASQ's to be able to give a baseline to the parents and also to be able to track progress or spot possible struggles early. Having the trusting relationship with the families also allows for open communication allowing parents to be more open to impromptu conversations at drop off and pick up as well as scheduled conference times.

Karen

11/7/2016 04:46:33 pm

When a child is working on a developmental milestone or has just achieved one I make a point to share it with their family. I also make sure they understand why it is a milestone so that they can also provide support at home. If I have concerns about a child's progress I will either informally ask how we can support what they are doing at home or request either a conference or just a private conversation. I make sure I can provide relevant examples, I avoid using buzz words, and do my best to make sure that the family understands we are not judging or diagnosing in any way but are instead doing our best to support the child and family.

Ka'dee Comerford

12/14/2016 02:13:38 pm

I really like how you talked about making sure the family knows you are not judging but simply helping bring about the best outcomes for the child. This is very important especially when you're dealing honestly with behavioral problems.

Yesenia A.

11/8/2016 12:14:07 pm

Always communicating with the parent of how their child is doing and answering their questions honestly, with the intentions for their child to develop healthy and confident.

Marci Gochnour

11/8/2016 06:34:08 pm

Active communication between child and parent daily. Logging progress or milestones with such children while in the classroom to share with parents.

Channing

11/11/2016 09:42:38 pm

I professionally communicate information about a child's development firstly with my fellow staff and director to ensure that a solid awareness is there to avoid being singled out and challenged by the parents. When talking to parents about development, I always start with 2 good things, 1 issue, and end with a good thing. When talking about the issue, I make sure to be clear that I'm talking about the child's behavior, not the child, and give my thoughts on why he/she could be acting this way, and what I have done to try and help. I always wait to speak with the parent until after they've greeted and connected with their child. I don't communicate every single thing to the parent, unless they ask. That can cause stress for the parent during pickup time that isn't necessary if I know I'm doing a good job by actively trying to help the children in my care.

Jaleesa

11/16/2016 02:54:26 pm

Briefly talking with parents each day to let them know how their child did that day is very important, it is a time to share anything that needs improvement, but it is also a time to share the accomplishments of their child.

Kim

11/21/2016 11:02:57 pm

Talk to the parents if they have any concerns and watch those. Sitting down and being honest is the best

Sally

11/23/2016 01:49:20 pm

Having teacher/parent conferences, speaking each day with the parents when they pick up, always having a news letter each month, listening to the concerns that they may have and sharing any concerns that you may have.

Tracy Williams

11/25/2016 05:09:04 pm

Jennifer Overmiller

11/27/2016 07:59:45 pm

When it comes to communicating with a parent about their child's development I start by talking with them about their child's day the good and the "rocky" and what we did to praise the good behavior or correct any other situation and their response to it. I also let them know what we've been working on in class and what things their child is doing really well on and things we're still working on so that they could try to work on it at home as well.
my approach is very warm and reassuring and always ends on a game plan with the parents on what they're doing at home that works for them and try it at school and vice versa.

Sherry

12/8/2016 02:28:37 pm

As a parent, I just appreciate honesty. I know my child isn't always going to be perfect or always have a perfect day. I just want to be in the loop and not be told "everything is fine". If she is having problems or has had a bad day I want/need to know so I can adjust my interactions according to what she needs from me the rest of our day together.

Savanna Moreno`

12/14/2016 12:25:20 pm

I first talk with the other teachers to get their input. Then I meet with the parent and first talk about the positives of the child. Then I honestly and compassionately express my concerns. I also like to get the parents feedback and work together find a solution.

Ka'dee Comerford

12/14/2016 02:11:32 pm

We've talking about how important communication is when encouraging the parent to be involved with their child's development. The key word here is "professional". This is to be done through proper documentation and parent teacher conferences. Honesty has a very big role in this as well.

Shannon Ludvigson

12/17/2016 05:19:00 pm

Observations and assessments are a good way when the timing aligns. Drop off and pick up is a great time to try and touch base. It all depends on the family's schedule and style.

Sarah Allen

12/18/2016 05:35:22 pm

The main way that I professionally communicate information about a child’s development with parents is verbally either at pick-up or drop off or at an arranged meeting. I think that for important issues, verbal communication is the best way to build trust, as the video says, with parents, which is incredibly important. In order to communicate professionally, I am sure to include both positives and negatives rather than simply relaying negative information about the student to a parent. I also communicate in a solution-based manner. For example, I might say "Student X is very playful and fun-loving. He is very good at making friends and many of the students enjoy spending time with him at school. Lately I have noticed that he can sometimes be disruptive when he has a lot of energy at school although he is well-intentioned. What types of techniques do you use at home to cope with these situations?" This lets parents know that we value their child and the uniqueness that the child brings to the table and lets parents know that we hope to collaborate to find a solution that works for both the parent, the staff, and the student.

Maria

12/31/2016 05:50:59 pm

We communicate through daily activity reports and personally setting up a meeting if any developmental or special issue arises.

Jessica Coulson

1/6/2017 07:19:12 pm

It's really important, as the handout and video stress to communicate as much as possible, and to bridge the gap between work and school. Especially when we are faced with negative information we must share, its important to consider the parent's perspective and to be as non judgmental and specific about the behavior as possible.Asking politely if you can talk to the child about some behavior concerns is a respectful first step. Once engaged make sure to sandwich frustrations with acknowledgments of the child's skills .Also stating specific instances of a specific behavior or behavior trend and asking the parent if they have noticed the behavior and if so how they deal with it at home will show your commentary to be a professional assessment and not a personal judgement.

Joshua Martindale

1/14/2017 01:40:43 pm

Concerning the question "How do you professionally communicate information about a child’s development?" I feel the best way to communicate this to parents is to do it in an informed and structured manner through which each parent can expect to hear a daily report from you on what their children are learning, what they are having issues with and ideas for which the parent and the child care can work together to help their child grow.

Farahia Hussein Bare

1/16/2017 10:51:50 pm

I would have clear and honest communication with the parent but I would do that with private area. I would make an appointment and give the parent an detail of what it;s been happening and try find ways to solve it together. I would later include the plan with the child being there. I would first talk about the good things and what needs to be improve. I would talk to the parent daily to give them updates.

Andrea Estola

1/16/2017 11:02:36 pm

Open and honest communication with the parents. Whether the child had a good or bad day you should always be kind, tactful, and encouraging of the child's development.

Bailey Duenas

1/17/2017 06:13:40 pm

I would be as transparent as possible with the parents, I would be very reassuring and always bring up positives about their childs progress. Slang should never be used when communicating as that diminishes any amount of professionalism you may have established.
Be honest with them and build trust.

james murphy

1/19/2017 03:46:12 pm

Talking with parents before and during pick up to give them an update how their child's day went is a must. If the parent is in a rush and doesn't have time to talk, then the teacher should make notes to send home. Perhaps set up a conference with the parent to discuss important issues and give the parent an accurate assessment of their child's progress. Other methods of communication include newsletters, social media, etc. to keep them posted about important events.

Chyanne

1/21/2017 07:40:46 pm

Communting with parents daily on the good and rough times there children have had during the day

sarah garnett

1/23/2017 10:12:09 am

talking to the parents about the good and challenging times for their child during the day.

Andrea ofiara

1/31/2017 07:52:39 pm

Communication is definitely key. Weather the child is having a good day or bad use positive words and a warm tone of voic. It is very important for the parents to feel that you take your job seriously.

Rukiya Elmi

2/1/2017 01:54:23 pm

I strongly agree communication and be true to the parent and positive thinking and at the end of the day tell the parent how was the child,s day was.

Jenee

2/18/2017 01:35:58 pm

I strongly agree to always let parents know about their childs day

sandra

2/21/2017 01:00:57 pm

To communicate with the parents, it is important to plan and be careful of what we are going to say.The parents always expect to hear good news or complements. Depends of what the problem, topic or reason is,it could be just a short conversation before or after they leave or pick up their kids, or we can send a general or parents or community. When something is serious I prefer to speak it in person by appointment, I think we have to show a positive aptitude and let them know how we are working, planing or teaching the topics or activities, or how we are helping the kids to react or solve their own problems, interact with others, improve their knowledge and skills, and satisfied their needs. It is important to make the parents feel that we are prepare to work with their children and they are save with us. Paying attention to small and big things and sharing with the parents will make them feel how compromised we are in the care or their children. Our work speaks by it self, if we make the kids happy in or centers and they are receiving a good education and they feel loved and safe, that will be our presentation card. We also can support our ideas or information with copies or web sites about the topic.

Karly Schroder

2/21/2017 09:25:09 pm

I would say that everyday, when a child gets picked up, you mention a few great points about their child's day. But overtime, its important to take note of where the child is at developmentally and communicate that with the parents in a conference form as well.

Brian Bassett

4/4/2017 02:56:11 pm

Daily interaction with the parents. Discussions in the morning as they drop off about their night, mood, last ate, activities. When they pick up discuss what they did that day and any observations noted during daycare. Develop Individual Learning Plans for each child with the oparents and update quarterly.

tierra

4/27/2017 07:32:41 pm

i will communicate daily when parents pick up to inform them on the day . if i have any issues ill come up with a date with the parents to meet an go over my concerns and get every ones point of view and come up with a plan to make changes if any

Ayita Berhane

5/13/2017 07:25:03 pm

If you want to have an in-depth discussion about a child's development or have any major concerns, then you should schedule a conference with the child's parents. Keeping the meeting private and scheduling a specific time for it will ensure that there is enough time and that you can focus on talking directly with the parents and it ensures confidentiality. Tidbits about children's days can also be shared at the end of the day to let the parents know how their child's day was and if anything particularly exciting happened that day or if their child was having a rough day or if they made any major learning breakthroughs.

Rebecca Pedersen

6/24/2017 09:37:25 am

A good way to tell parents how the child is doing is by having parent teacher conferences and be available for questions they may have through the school year. Report cards may also communicate child progress.

Maryam Asadian

8/25/2017 05:46:49 pm

daily chat with parents or talk about their child is doing during the day.

rachel illeene wieland

10/4/2017 07:24:49 pm

The many ways to communicate information would be face to face during pick up and drop off. Daily notes of what actives taken place. Monthly newsletters. Or, teacher parent conference.

Sreyroth Chi

11/30/2017 10:40:26 pm

There are so many ways to communicate with people like speaking face to face, expressing your feelings, and just talking.

Module 1 Outcome C

Techniques for Communicating with Families

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