In addition to the responsibilities for employees specified
in this division, caregivers must:
(1) Know and comply with the minimum standards for
child-care centers;
(2) Supervise children at all times, as specified in §746.1205
of this division (relating to What responsibilities does a caregiver
have when supervising a child or children?);
(3) Be free from activities not directly involving
the teaching, care, and supervision of children, such as:
(A) Administrative and clerical duties that take the
caregiver's attention away from the children;
(B) Meal preparation, except when 12 or fewer children
are in care;
(C) Janitorial duties; and
(D) Personal use of electronic devices, such as cell
phones, MP3 players, tablets, and video games;
(4) Provide care that is consistent with the child's
habits, interests, strengths, and any special needs, including any
special supervision needs or care as outlined in §746.2202 of
this chapter (relating to What are my responsibilities when planning
activities for a child in care with special care needs?);
(5) Interact with children in a positive manner;
(6) Set appropriate behavior expectations based on
the child's current stage of development;
(7) Foster developmentally appropriate independence
in children through planned but flexible program activities;
(8) Foster a cooperative rather than a competitive
atmosphere;
(9) Show appreciation of children's efforts and accomplishments;
and
(10) Ensure continuity of care for children by sharing
with incoming caregivers information about each child's activities
during the previous shift and any verbal or written instructions given
by the parent.
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| Source Note: The provisions of this §746.1203 adopted to be effective September 1, 2003, 28 TexReg 1402; amended to be effective December 1, 2010, 35 TexReg 10238; amended to be effective April 15, 2017, 42 TexReg 1575; transferred effective March 9, 2018, as published in the Texas Register February 16, 2018, 43 TexReg 909; amended to be effective March 1, 2023, 48 TexReg 933 |
