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21.5: Supervising Children in Child Care Centers Section 101216.3

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    • Amanda Taintor
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    Section 101216.3

    Licensing regulations concerning the supervision of children in childcare centers focus on; children in care are always in view of a teacher or an aide to ensure their safety, an adult can be by a child's side at a moment's notice, and each child receives the attention they need while in care

    In the context of licensing laws and regulations, supervision in child care centers refers to the visual supervision of children by teachers and aides at all times. Supervision helps prevent and minimize accidents and injuries in the child care setting and increases the quality of care. Supervision of children by caregivers must be 100% visual at all times, whether they are in the classroom, outdoors, or in any area of the child care center. Including being escorted by a teacher or aide to the restroom, whether individually or in groups. If one child needs to use the bathroom while the others are playing outdoors or are involved in indoor activities, supervision of the individual child and the larger group must always be maintained. Adequate supervision also needs to be maintained when children transition from one activity to another, such as from indoor to outdoor play. For example, as the children finish outdoor play and get ready to go indoors, a teacher many not allow some children inside while others are still outside unless sufficient supervision is available in each location.[1]

    Additional Resources:

    Infant Care Activities Section 101430

    • The Center shall implement a written plan to ensure the provision of indoor and outdoor activities designed to meet the needs of the infants, including but not limited to quiet and active play; rest and relaxation; eating; toileting; individual attention; being held by a caregiver.
    • All infants shall be allowed to nap/sleep without distraction or disturbances.
    • No infant shall be forced to sleep, stay awake, or stay in the napping area.[2]

    Staffing For Infant Water Activities Section 101416.8

    • A ratio of one adult to two infants shall be required during activities near a swimming pool or any body of water. [2][1]

    [1] California Department of Social Services . Care Center General Licensing Requirements

    [2] Appendix B- Title 22 Licensing Regulation Highlights is shared under a CC BY license and was authored, remixed, and/or curated by Jennifer Paris


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