ERIC Number: EJ1262053
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020-Sep
Pages: 13
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ISSN: ISSN-1082-3301
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How Professionals Collaborate to Support Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities in Child Care
Weglarz-Ward, Jenna M.; Santos, Rosa Milagros; Hayslip, Loretta A.
Early Childhood Education Journal, v48 n5 p643-655 Sep 2020
As it is common for infants and toddlers with disabilities to receive their early intervention (EI) services in child care programs, this mixed method study examined the experiences of child care and EI providers (e.g., occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists) in collaborating to support infants and toddlers with disabilities in child care settings. Through an online survey and in-person focus groups across a large state, findings indicated that although professionals may interact with each other during EI visits at child care, meaningful collaboration such as including child care providers in Individualized Family Service Plans and embedding intervention strategies into daily routines was minimal. Participants noted many barriers including liability concerns; information sharing; funding and time for collaboration; and minimal training and understanding of child care and EI programming. Participants provided suggestions to support future collaboration including building relationships through shared training, substitute staffing to attend meetings, and clear program and state policies.
Descriptors: Infants, Toddlers, Child Care, Professional Personnel, Cooperation, Early Intervention, Disabilities, Allied Health Personnel, Barriers
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
Sponsor: Administration for Children and Families (DHHS); Department of Education (ED)
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Grant or Contract Numbers: 90YE0163; H325D110037