NRCOC River Kids Policy Checklist
Thank you so much for signing up to teach the children! This form is a checklist in which you agree to comply with our policies and procedures in children's ministry before you ever enter a space to volunteer with children. If you have any questions or concerns please email us at: childrensministry@nrcoc.com and we would be happy to help you! This form must be completed every time you teach (even if you JUST taught!). You will receive a background check in your email. If you have NEVER taught please also complete an application at: https://goo.gl/forms/nlyXxoV7zgUYdCh42 .  
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If you cannot be at class, find a qualified sub from your teacher roster, or from a teacher who has previously taught. If you have a last minute emergency, contact your supervisor. PLEASE DO NOT BE LATE!!! *
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Badges and aprons should be worn at all times for all teachers, Subs, Supervisors, and other Children’s Ministry Support staff. Masks are optional. *
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Teachers should sign in when they arrive, either in the FLC teacher sign-in book, or at the check in station at the lobby of the auditorium. *
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All children must be checked in and signed out by their parents. The parent’s cell number and the child’s allergy status must be completed on the sign-in sheet. Check in is done at the auditorium lobby and in the flc lobby. Check out occurs at the door. *
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There should be two adults with the children at all times.  When walking children from a classroom to a bathroom, one teacher may remain in the doorway and the other teacher may walk the children to the bathroom, but both teachers must be able to see each other at all times. If a child needs to be escorted outside or out of the line of sight from a teacher watching from the door, then at least two teachers must escort that child. If for any reason a teacher must be called out or needs to leave the classroom (other than for walking a child to the bathroom), there should still be a minimum of two teachers left in the classroom. Teacher minimums must still be observed. PLEASE do not accept children into your class without another teacher present! *
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Visitors and members who are not teaching the class are not allowed to be in the classroom, unless they are permitted by a Supervisor, Usher, or Safety Team Member. Children/Teenagers/Other adults who are not on the roll or signed in should not be in the classroom unless expressly permitted by the Supervisor or Safety Team Member. This includes your own children! *
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Snacks and Allergies: Teachers need to make sure the sign-in sheets are updated with the current allergy information on all children. During the pandemic, we serve snacks with adequate spacing and monitoring.  Teachers should not allow any additional food or drinks in the classroom to protect children with allergies. *
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Under No Circumstances Should a Teacher: Spank, pop, slap, shake, pinch, or threaten to do so, talk down to the child, yell, or speak harshly. Touch a child in anger, or in any improper or offensive way. Embarrass the child by scolding in front of others, or label the child by saying “You’re bad”. Use facial expressions which indicate anger or Isolate in extended (longer than a couple of minutes) “time out”. IF YOU MISTAKENLY DO ANY OF THESE THINGS TELL A SUPERVISOR IMMEDIATELY!! *
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When going to the playground or to another teaching area, leave a note on your door to make sure the Supervisor or Security team member knows where your class is at all times. Give supervisors a 5-10 minute heads up when you plan to leave so they can notify security. *
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Any unusual classroom disruptions, accidents, loss of (or extra) children, or parent dissatisfaction should be reported to the Supervisor immediately.  The Supervisor will relay this information to the Children's Ministry Director, and may determine that an Incident Report be filled out.   A teacher may elect to fill out a report if they determines it necessary. *
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When an incident occurs which results in a physical injury to a child or a volunteer, the teacher should inform the area Supervisor immediately.  The Supervisor will relay this information to the Children's Ministry Director, and may determine that an Incident Report be filled out.  If the injury is severe, the Supervisor will call 911, a medical team representative, and the parent.  Regardless of the severity of the injury the parent should be informed by the Supervisor when he/she picks up the child, even if the child seems fine. Parents of Infants/Toddlers should be informed immediately, even during service. ANY INCIDENT LEAVING A MARK MUST BE DOCUMENTED WITH AN INCIDENT REPORT. *
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No one who has abused/molested a child, who has been accused of abusing/molesting a child, who has a criminal record related to child abuse or sexual misconduct, or who thinks he/she has a tendency toward child abuse or sexual misconduct may teach or have any responsibilities placing him/her in contact or proximity to children. *
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North River Children’s Ministry volunteers are now among those who must report suspected abuse under Georgia law. If a teacher believes that a child may be the victim of physical or sexual abuse by a teacher, parent, or other party, he/she should immediately inform the Children’s Ministry Director, who will report the suspected abuse in accordance with the procedures specified in the Georgia Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Act. Church volunteers and staff should be alert to the physical signs of sexual abuse and molestation, as well as to behavioral and verbal signs that a victim may exhibit.  Some of the more common signs are summarized below. Physical signs may include: Lacerations and bruises; Nightmares; Irritation, pain, or injury to the genital area; Difficulty with urination; Discomfort when sitting; Torn or bloody underclothing; Venereal disease. Behavioral signs may include: Anxiety when approaching Church or nursery area; Nervous or hostile behavior toward adults; Sexual self-consciousness; “Acting out” of sexual behavior; Withdrawal from Church activities and friends. Verbal signs may include the following statements: “I don’t like [a particular Church volunteer].”; “[A Church volunteer] does things to me when we’re alone.”; “I don’t like to be alone with [A Church volunteer].”; “[A Church volunteer] fooled around with me.” Confidentiality: Abuse information is extremely confidential and potentially volatile.  Therefore, there should be no discussions of any abuse information with anyone other than as directed by this policy.  Teachers should discuss any potential indication of abuse, either physical or sexual, only with the Children’s Ministry Director unless otherwise directed by the Children’s Ministry Director. *
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In an emergency, I will safely harbor or evacuate the children in my care as quickly and responsibly as possible per appropriate incident. In a lockdown (both soft/hard) or in inclement weather I will keep the children in my care safe and as quiet as possible, away from windows and I will remain calm and reassuring. In case of fire I will evacuate to the nearest door (bringing my class roster book and double checking that all children are accounted for and with me) and proceed to the playground. *
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As a volunteer in the North River Church of Christ Children’s Ministry, I have been informed of the above policies and procedures of the North River Church of Christ. I agree to be bound by these policies and to refrain from unscriptural and unlawful conduct in the performance of my services on behalf of the church. Please type your name in consent below. *
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