1. The confidentiality code was violated with the because the teacher was sharing her child's personal information with staff, sharing the information in a public place and including her negative opinion.
2. The child's confidentiality was violated because the teacher shared his personal information with a n other staff member on the playground.
3. There should never be a discussion between directors or anyone else concerning a child's disability. If the mother has not pre-authorized discussion, with written consent.
4. The parent should be included in all meetings, especially those including her child.
5. I think the teacher should have simply made the class aware that we are going to have a new classmate and explained that they should be very nice and make him feel welcome.
6. The teacher should have assisted Eric with his transition to make him feel welcome. She should have walked out to the playground with him to show him all of the different ways he could play. She should have also introduced him to the children playing in a specific area so that he was comfortable playing amongst the other children.
7. I feel that the teachers conversation in the restaurant was very unprofessional and unacceptable. I think further action should have been taken by her employer.
8. I would feel the same if the conversation happened it the staff lounge. The child's personal/medical information should never be discussed. It is simply not acceptable.
9. As the director, I would apologize on behalf of my company and my staff. I would make her aware that this is not the way my facility is operated and definitely speak to the child about his feelings and how happy I am to have him.
10. I don't think a mother should leave her child anywhere that doesn't feel safe or make her or her child uncomfortable. If she is willing to forgive and is understanding, then it's ok.
11. I would try not to move Eric again because he is already experiencing enough change in life and to continuosly drag him back and forth makes matters worse. It's simply not healthy for his growth and could cause stress and even anger issues.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Monday, February 18, 2013
Journal Entry 5
April 2013 Staff Meeting
This meeting will be a general staff meeting for discussion of the information listed below and any other information that needs immediate attention. If you are a new employee, please be mindful of these meetings and make note that they are held on the second Tuesday of every month. It is our duty to understand and take care of each other, so that we can take care of our parents and children.
Our Agenda
When: April 16, 2013 @ 5:00 p.m.
Attendance: All staff members, teachers, teacher assistants, janitors, cooks, family advocate, and director should be present.
Welcome: Greet all employees in attendance.
Old Minutes: Read notes from previous meeting and revisit any topics necessary.
New Minutes: Importance of greeting our families with a smile; Signing in/out; Timely paperwork completion; Cleanliness; Preventive Health Care.
Questions or Concerns: Open floor for any thoughts, questions, concerns.
There will be refreshments available for all employees during this meeting. Please help yourself to coffee, water, juice, chips and/or cookies as needed. Thank you in advance.
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Journal Entry 4
I am not bothered too much when a person fails to use my name, but if a person chooses to name me themself, I could possibly get furious. Okay, furious may be a stretch, but I prefer my name over girl, lady, or anything with a negative intent. If you don't know my name, a simple "excuse me" or "Miss/Mam," will work. I know those words are used with good intentions.
I believe eye contact is a very important part of a discussion or conversation. When people fail to make eye contact with me, I feel that they are not paying attention to me, really not interested in what I'm saying or simply doesn't care to hear what's being said. I also feel that a lack of eye contact is a sign of disrespect. It reminds me of times when I would try not to look at my mother when I was in "trouble" and she would say "look at me when I'm talking to you." I know the reason I wasn't looking directly at her was to avoid hearing what she had to say. It was something about looking at her that made the difference in her knowing that I heard and understood what she said to me.
When someone gives me the cold shoulder, I have a tendency to think they have an issue with me, but I have learned that some people are dealing with their own issues and have personal reasons for being "non-responsive". Either they don't like me as an individual or refuse to answer/respond to me due to their lack of well-being or happiness. I feel that giving a cold should is very disrespectful, especially when it's being done to me. It places a very negative vibe in the atmosphere and it is not healthy for a work environment at all.
When a person continuously greets me with a complaint, I become bothered by their negativity. Too much complaining is annoying. I live life on positive energy. I basically try to see what good comes from an issue or situation, i.e. the tire pops as I'm leaving the driveway, I'm very happy that it didn't happen while on was on the highway. I say it's annoying, but it's also another way for me to help others in life. I like to help people see the glass as half-full instead of half-empty. I know complaining is not the best thing in the world, especially for adults, but let's face it, it happens all day.
I believe eye contact is a very important part of a discussion or conversation. When people fail to make eye contact with me, I feel that they are not paying attention to me, really not interested in what I'm saying or simply doesn't care to hear what's being said. I also feel that a lack of eye contact is a sign of disrespect. It reminds me of times when I would try not to look at my mother when I was in "trouble" and she would say "look at me when I'm talking to you." I know the reason I wasn't looking directly at her was to avoid hearing what she had to say. It was something about looking at her that made the difference in her knowing that I heard and understood what she said to me.
When someone gives me the cold shoulder, I have a tendency to think they have an issue with me, but I have learned that some people are dealing with their own issues and have personal reasons for being "non-responsive". Either they don't like me as an individual or refuse to answer/respond to me due to their lack of well-being or happiness. I feel that giving a cold should is very disrespectful, especially when it's being done to me. It places a very negative vibe in the atmosphere and it is not healthy for a work environment at all.
When a person continuously greets me with a complaint, I become bothered by their negativity. Too much complaining is annoying. I live life on positive energy. I basically try to see what good comes from an issue or situation, i.e. the tire pops as I'm leaving the driveway, I'm very happy that it didn't happen while on was on the highway. I say it's annoying, but it's also another way for me to help others in life. I like to help people see the glass as half-full instead of half-empty. I know complaining is not the best thing in the world, especially for adults, but let's face it, it happens all day.
Saturday, February 2, 2013
Journal Entry 3
Pg. 18: I would respond to this scenario by letting the parent know that peanut allergies are very severe and the safety of our children is of the highest importance. We have advised all parents that we will do our best to keep any and all peanuts and peanut products away from our children. I will apologize for any misunderstanding and advise that we will allow birthday snacks to be provided as long as the snack does not include, or has not come in contact with any nuts.
Pg. 19: I would begin by extending my greatest sympathy because I understand the love of a family and the care needed for the sick. I would explain that I understand that life throws us a curve sometimes and we can't be prepared for everything. Unfortunately, I am running a business and the change you're requesting would not be fair to everyone else. I would advise her to speak with her co-workers to see if they are okay with giving her their early Friday to allow the rest of my staff to make a decision for themselves and still be left with equal options for their shift.
Pg. 22: After confirming that the lesson plan is definitely a duplicate of my plans, I would make it known to the director or owner. If there is nothing wrong with both classrooms having the same lesson plan, I would take this as a lesson and keep my hard work to myself in the future. I refuse to make a scene if it isn't necessary. This teacher may have gotten by this time, but I will not allow the same to happen again. I would explain to my co-worker that I'm aware the she used my lesson plans and let him/her know that I prefer a person to ask for help opposed to stealing.
Pg. 23: I would apologize to the father and explain that I do understand his willingness to report this incident to the director. I would also advise him that I plan to report the issue myself so that we can be aware of the other child's actions and let her parents know. I would explain that I am watching all of my children and advise that his child never reported the pinch to me and didn't show any signs of experiencing pain or discomfort. I would apologize once more and let the child know that she should notify me when there is a problem, while her father is still present.
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Pg. 19: I would begin by extending my greatest sympathy because I understand the love of a family and the care needed for the sick. I would explain that I understand that life throws us a curve sometimes and we can't be prepared for everything. Unfortunately, I am running a business and the change you're requesting would not be fair to everyone else. I would advise her to speak with her co-workers to see if they are okay with giving her their early Friday to allow the rest of my staff to make a decision for themselves and still be left with equal options for their shift.
Pg. 22: After confirming that the lesson plan is definitely a duplicate of my plans, I would make it known to the director or owner. If there is nothing wrong with both classrooms having the same lesson plan, I would take this as a lesson and keep my hard work to myself in the future. I refuse to make a scene if it isn't necessary. This teacher may have gotten by this time, but I will not allow the same to happen again. I would explain to my co-worker that I'm aware the she used my lesson plans and let him/her know that I prefer a person to ask for help opposed to stealing.
Pg. 23: I would apologize to the father and explain that I do understand his willingness to report this incident to the director. I would also advise him that I plan to report the issue myself so that we can be aware of the other child's actions and let her parents know. I would explain that I am watching all of my children and advise that his child never reported the pinch to me and didn't show any signs of experiencing pain or discomfort. I would apologize once more and let the child know that she should notify me when there is a problem, while her father is still present.
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