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Question 10 of 25 for our Child Care Mock Interview

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Question 10 of 25

For children over the ages of five, what are your feelings about outdoor play without direct supervision?

Self-guided play is becoming more and more popular. As kids learn to calm themselves and play nicely with one another, they are more capable of playing on their own. Now, depending on who you are interviewing with, they may not feel comfortable with you letting the kids play on their own at such a young age. However, there are ways you can supervise from afar, like when you are watching kids play on the playground. You can still be present while allowing kids to play on their own. You may want to explain that you feel most comfortable being in the same room while the five-year-olds play. Maybe you aren't involved with the activity, but you are still available in case they need your help.

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  • 10. For children over the ages of five, what are your feelings about outdoor play without direct supervision?

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      Self-guided play is becoming more and more popular. As kids learn to calm themselves and play nicely with one another, they are more capable of playing on their own. Now, depending on who you are interviewing with, they may not feel comfortable with you letting the kids play on their own at such a young age. However, there are ways you can supervise from afar, like when you are watching kids play on the playground. You can still be present while allowing kids to play on their own. You may want to explain that you feel most comfortable being in the same room while the five-year-olds play. Maybe you aren't involved with the activity, but you are still available in case they need your help.

      Written by Elisabeth Walter

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      Anonymous Answer

      "As children get older, they learn to calm themselves and can play around other children, so they can be left to play on their own with minimal supervision. I am comfortable letting children over the age of five play on the playground without supervision. However, I would also make sure that I or someone else can see them from afar in case of an emergency."

      Marcie's Feedback

      Nice! You have provided a good answer that clearly explains your reasoning. The interviewer will appreciate this. Have you ever allowed this before, and did it go well? If so, consider talking about it.

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