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Assessors should be cordial and pleasant when interacting with staff and children. Remember that staff members may be nervous about the visit and that they will do their best if the assessor Assessor can put them at ease.
While talking in the classrooms during observations must be minimal, the Assessor may engage in common small talk with staff or children if approached. The Assessor should not initiate interaction with the children but should respond briefly when not doing so would set an awkward tone. (Note: Assessor can refer the child back to their teacher)
The Assessor should move out of the way of program administrators, teachers, children, or families.
The Assessor should dress appropriately, wearing functional “business casual” clothing for visits. The Assessor can expect to go outside, sit on small chairs or on the floor, and spend long hours at programs and should consider dressing in layers, as the program’s facility may be too hot or cold. Some programs may require the Assessor to remove his or her shoes (such as for access to infant classrooms) or to wear booties and/or gloves. Assessors must comply with the program’s health and safety rules. Also, the Assessor should try not to wear anything (for example, jewelry or bright clothes) that calls extra attention to himself or herself. The Assessor’s presence should be as unobtrusive as possible.
Assessors should leave personal belongings in a locked car or, if this is not possible, consult with the program administrator to find a safe location to store such items during the visit. This is an important safety precaution, as purses and bags can contain items dangerous to children.
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