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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP here - the telework policy specifically states that employees may not use telework to care for a dependent during their tour of duty.

However, the next sentence states that a dependent may be permitted in the home, provided they do not require constant supervision or care (i.e. Older child or adolescent) and their presence does not disrupt the ability to telework effectively.

Which is why I'm hung up on what defines an older child. [b]To me a 6 year old is not an older child. [/b]I also have an entire team to take into consideration, and the rest of the team follows the rules regarding telework and leave - and when one does not, I'm setting myself up for complaints. [/quote]

But you don't have a 6 year old, do you?  As has been repeated by many on this thread, 6 year olds do not require constant supervision or care when they are at home sick.  If you aren't sure, why don't you ask the teleworker in question whether her child needs constant care and supervision.  If she says "no" and you don't believe her, than the issue is that you don't trust her -- not that the policy is unclear.[/quote]

This is missing the point. OP's employee is abusing the privilege of one day per week telework. In my agency it is made very clear that telework cannot be used as a subsitute for sick leave. Every once in a while? Sure. But 7 times in one month?! That is going to breed resentment amongst others who are not given the same setup.[/quote]

Yes, this person is taking advantage. That is why she said, ask the coworker. [/quote]

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