- (1) When communicating or interacting with children, a provider must maintain an environment for healthy, culturally responsive child development. Examples of this may include: Giving encouragement and positive feedback, modeling active listening and respectful communication, speaking to children at their eye level, giving kind greetings and goodbyes, validating feelings and ideas, using a calm and encouraging tone of voice, and being curious about the individuality of every child and family.
(2) A provider must encourage positive interactions between children. Examples of this may include: modeling social skills and empathy, helping children understand the feelings of others, providing support to children who find it difficult to make friends, and encouraging play between children of all abilities and backgrounds.
(3) When lifting or moving a child, caregivers must do so in a manner that provides safety and comfort for the child.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 329A.260
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 329A.330
History
DELC 140-2024, adopt filed 12/11/2024, effective 07/01/2025