is it agaist the law for childcare facilities to not inform parents
that the child is soley going to be supervised alone with a "male worker" whom you have never been introduced to?
aren't they at least obligated to inform the parent? Especially if they were never introduced to the individual?
2006-10-12 18:52:55 · 10 answers · asked by L 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
Nope.
They have no legal obligation to introduce you to all the workers, or inform you how many adults are present at any given moment (as long as they are meeting the child/adult ratios).
2006-10-12 18:55:35 · answer #1 · answered by Katherine Blackthorne 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Nope. If you choose a daycare facility, you're choosing to abide by their hiring choices. That's why it's so important to place your child with a daycare you trust.
And if they informed parents that their child would be placed with a "male worker," that would be gender discrimination. Would you want to receive notice that your child was being placed with a "female worker"? Why does it matter? Male or female, both genders can be great caretakers. There have also been abusers of both genders. Go with your gut to protect your child, but don't assume that someone you've never met is a threat just because they're male.
2006-10-13 13:24:13 · answer #2 · answered by peregrine1123 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No- again- it's still not against the law. It is the parents responsibility to know who is taking care of their children and if you are concerned with the situation I would talk to the supervisor and ask that you be told from now on OR find a new childcare center.
2006-10-13 02:08:53 · answer #3 · answered by Tammy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. daycares hire and fire all the time and would have to call every parent every time if that were the case. If you do not want your child left alone with a person based on their sex, I would find a private individual to provide childcare or a daycare with online viewing.
2006-10-13 02:01:49 · answer #4 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, not if this person is a staff member, who was hired to watch children. Parents can always ask before hand and get to know the staff. If a parent is told their child will be with a certain person and then is not. It is a matter of ethics and the parent can choose to pull their child if they feel uncomfortable.
2006-10-13 02:44:16 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not against the law. If you're concerned about what person will be supervising your child, ASK. If you prefer only female attendants, find a facility that has only women.
2006-10-13 08:40:01 · answer #6 · answered by auld mom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it's not against the law. Why are you so concerned about a male preschool teacher. My four year olds go to daycare and they have male instructors. Your asking your daycare center to inform you of their new hires. No, it's not illegal...but if you feel uncomfortable with it, then find a daycare who will only hire women! Discrimination - when will it ever end!~
2006-10-13 10:27:58 · answer #7 · answered by Mom to Foster Children 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have to check with state and district policy.
However, I would be a concerned parent (and teacher) knowing one on one was being taken place when not requested by Educational Board nor parents.
The child's parents should be notified if their is a reason for the one on one supervision.
If I was a parent in this situation, I would express my concern and let them know it will no longer be acceptable for my child to be supervised one on one with out my permission. Then, I would assign in writing in the child's folder.
2006-10-13 02:13:21 · answer #8 · answered by Mutchkin 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No if he was a staff member being hired to watch your child, what would be the difference if it was a girl. Are you more upset that it is a guy and not a girl.
2006-10-13 12:25:56 · answer #9 · answered by shorte716 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope. Staff are staff.
It is good practice for providers to make sure the parents at least meet all the staff, but at times isn't always feesable.
If this is something that bothers you, you may want to bring it to the attention of your provider. They may be unaware this is bothering you.
2006-10-13 04:29:45 · answer #10 · answered by volleyballchick (cowards block) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋