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[quote=Anonymous]I don't understand your first two examples - sounds like a parent was with the kids too - if you want her to do something when a parent is there, then I think you need to say so - it's probably confusing. Maybe other APs were better at reading cues but this one needs more help. Just tell her.

I agree it's annoying she put the kid in pants - seems wrong to me. Not really a safety issue though - I mean the kid isn't really going to overheat due to pants versus shorts.  Assuming appropriate water bottle, etc.

But, I would be pissed she didn't listen to the kid and also that she didn't use common sense, which is even nice shorts would be better than long pants.  I would tell her that at your meeting.  Also, tell her if she isn't sure, defer to the kid or text you. Maybe she just needs more guidance.  I wouldn't fire her over this - I would tell her you need her to be more aware.

Same with the issue of her hanging around - just tell her when you want family time or whatever. I tell my AP when I need her to leave the kitchen (i'm helping my son study for a test and she is making noise and bothering us), for example. [/quote]

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