Special Needs

Special Needs

Special needs text

Behavior Supervision/Support:

* Provides a level of structure beyond that needed by typical children * Reinforces positive behavior effectively * Has training or experience with structured reward systems to prevent negative behavior

Communication Supports:

* Understands/speaks sign language * Can use/accommodate assistive technologies for communication, such a hearing aids or computers

Diapering/Toileting Assistance:

* Diapering an older child (especially school-age) * Assistance in managing toileting for an older child

Eating Assistance:

* Feeding an older child * Altering the food for a specific child so that the texture is not a barrier to eating * Providing modified utensils * Tube feeding

Health Monitoring:

* Caring for a child with a chronic illness that may require adult intervention (asthma, diabetes)

Medication Monitoring:

* Ensuring a child receives required medications on an ongoing basis, usually for a chronic condition * Complying with additional documentation requirements

Mobility Assistance:

* Assisting children with getting around in a child care setting * Modifying the environment to accommodate wheelchairs or crutches * Lifting a child or assisting a child to stand or walk

Nursing Care:

* Has a nursing credential * Provides access to a nurse for a child whose condition requires medical monitoring or intervention while the child is in child care

Physical Therapy:

* Has a physical therapy credential, such as physical therapist or occupational therapist * Uses activities intentionally to support a child's PT goals * Provider access to PT while the child is in child care

Specialized Equipment:

* Provides specialized equipment for children with special needs * Accommodates specialized equipment provided by a parent

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