"Look for the teachers getting down on their level, walking from child to child, asking each one questions about their activity/day, and seeming genuinely interested in each child as they speak to them! Early on, when working in childcare, I struggled with this way more than I do now, honestly, being worried that the kids just wouldn't like me. But kids like consistency and safety, which is what that trust-building is for."
"I have a few each year who don't want to talk much or prefer to play on their own, but I've found that simply offering and seeming excited helps them to be more confident to involve me. A good teacher checks in rather than just waiting to be approached. This, in turn, allows the kids who don't necessarily need extra help to still receive individualized attention."
Parents should meet their child's teachers to confirm proactive engagement and caregiving. Teachers should implement class helpers, attentive playtime, and interactive engagement with each child. Effective teachers get down to the child's level, move between children, ask about activities and days, and show genuine interest in responses. Trust-building creates consistency and safety that helps children feel secure. Offering interaction with visible enthusiasm encourages children who prefer solitary play to participate and build confidence. A good teacher proactively checks in rather than waiting to be approached, providing individualized attention for all children.
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