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[quote=Anonymous]I am an after-school nanny for two girls, 4 and 10. While things are mostly smooth sailing, I have been having an issue with the little one throwing massive tantrums any time she can't have  her way. I have been a nanny for close to 10 years and have never encountered episodes this bad.  MB and I are in close communication and I discuss all of my strategies with her, she can't seem to provide any suggestions as this behavior is only expressed when I am around. So far I have tried:
-firm warning when behavior begins, I tell her to make a different choice/stop the unacceptable behavior or X consequence will happen
-When she inevitably continues or escalates I immediately follow-through with the warning and institute the consequence
-I've tried time outs in her room, on a stair, in a kitchen chair, etc.(4 minutes, timer starts when she is quiet, door open and I sit silently outside) 
-These are usually 4 minutes of her screaming her head off and trying to leave
-I attempted to have her do physical activity (walk up and down the stairs) to interrupt the spiral of emotions
-I have staunchly ignored behaviors that she knows will provoke a response
-I have been consistent and un-emotional when "punishments" are taking place.

Any suggestions from the crowd? I'm not at a breaking point but I would like to figure out something that works soon![/quote]

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