# Staff Checklists

```mermaid
flowchart TD
    A[Staff Checklists] --> B[Mandated Reporter Reference]
    A --> C[New Employee Orientation]
    B --> B1{Reasonable Suspicion of Abuse/Neglect?}
    B1 -- Yes --> B2[Call Hotline: 1-800-392-3738]
    B2 --> B3[Document & Notify Admin]
    B3 --> B4[Cooperate with Investigation]
    B1 -- No --> B5[Continue to Monitor]
    C --> C1[Before Day 1: Background Check & Paperwork]
    C --> C2[Day 1: Building Orientation]
    C --> C3[Week 1: Required Training]
    C --> C4[First Month: Role-Specific Onboarding]
```

# Mandated Reporter Quick Reference

**All Missouri school employees are mandated reporters (RSMo 210.115).**

## When to Report
You must report when you have **reasonable cause to suspect** that a child has been or may be subjected to abuse or neglect. You do NOT need to be certain. You do NOT need proof. Suspicion is enough.

## How to Report
**Call immediately:** Children's Division Hotline **1-800-392-3738** (24/7)

## What to Report
Tell the hotline:
- [ ] Child's name, age, address (if known)
- [ ] Nature of the concern (what you saw, heard, or were told)
- [ ] Names of parents/guardians (if known)
- [ ] Your name and contact information (confidential — not shared with the family)
- [ ] Any other relevant information

## What You Do NOT Need to Do
- ✗ Investigate or verify the abuse yourself
- ✗ Get permission from your supervisor before calling
- ✗ Notify the parent before calling
- ✗ Confront the suspected abuser
- ✗ Wait for more evidence

## What to Do After Calling
- [ ] Document the report (date, time, hotline reference number, what you reported)
- [ ] Notify your building administrator that a report was made (you may share that a report was made but are NOT required to share the details with your administrator before calling the hotline)
- [ ] Cooperate with any investigation by Children's Division or law enforcement
- [ ] Continue to monitor and document additional concerns
- [ ] Do NOT discuss the report with the suspected abuser or other non-essential parties

## Your Protections
- **Immunity:** good-faith reporters are immune from civil and criminal liability (RSMo 210.135)
- **Confidentiality:** your identity as a reporter is confidential (RSMo 210.150)
- **Retaliation prohibited:** you cannot be fired or disciplined for making a good-faith report

## Consequences of NOT Reporting
- **Failure to report is a Class A misdemeanor** (RSMo 210.165)
- You can be personally liable if a child is further harmed after you failed to report

## Types of Abuse and Neglect
| Type | Signs to Watch For |
|------|-------------------|
| **Physical abuse** | Unexplained bruises, burns, welts (especially in patterns); flinching; fear of going home; inconsistent explanations for injuries |
| **Sexual abuse** | Age-inappropriate sexual knowledge or behavior; fear of specific people; physical complaints; withdrawal; disclosure |
| **Emotional abuse** | Extreme behavior (overly compliant or defiant); age-inappropriate behaviors; depression; low self-esteem; statements about being worthless |
| **Neglect** | Consistent hunger; poor hygiene; inappropriate clothing for weather; untreated medical/dental needs; chronic fatigue; frequent absences; lack of supervision |

**When in doubt, call. Let the professionals investigate. Your job is to report, not to prove.**

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# New Employee Orientation Checklist

**Employee:** ___________________________ **Position:** ___________________________
**School/Building:** ___________________________ **Start Date:** _______________
**Supervisor:** ___________________________ **HR Contact:** ___________________________

## Before First Day
- [ ] Background check cleared (RSMo 168.133) — **must clear before employment begins**
- [ ] Employment paperwork completed (I-9, W-4, benefits enrollment, direct deposit)
- [ ] Photo ID badge issued
- [ ] Building keys / access card issued
- [ ] Technology account created (email, SIS login, LMS access)
- [ ] Parking assignment (if applicable)
- [ ] Employee handbook provided

## Day 1 — Building Orientation
- [ ] Tour of building (classrooms, office, nurse, cafeteria, gym, exits, restrooms, staff lounge)
- [ ] Introduction to principal, office staff, custodian, nurse
- [ ] Emergency procedures review (fire exits, tornado shelter, lockdown procedure, AED location)
- [ ] Communication systems (PA, radios, phone, email, emergency notification)
- [ ] Visitor management system training
- [ ] Daily schedule and bell times
- [ ] Reporting procedures (absences, tardiness, leave requests)
- [ ] Where to find supplies

## Week 1 — Required Training
- [ ] **Mandated reporter training** (RSMo 210.115) — complete before working with students
- [ ] Bloodborne pathogens (OSHA)
- [ ] FERPA / student confidentiality overview
- [ ] Building emergency procedures + assigned role
- [ ] District technology Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) — sign acknowledgment
- [ ] District AI Acceptable Use Policy (if applicable) — sign acknowledgment
- [ ] Anti-harassment / Title IX overview
- [ ] District discipline code overview (where to find it, how to refer)

## First Month — Role-Specific
### If Certified (Teacher, Counselor, Admin):
- [ ] Mentor assignment (RSMo 168.028)
- [ ] Curriculum / standards orientation
- [ ] Assessment calendar review
- [ ] MEES evaluation process overview
- [ ] PLC / team assignment and schedule
- [ ] IEP / 504 student list and accommodation review (consult with special education)

### If Classified (Para, Bus Driver, Food Service, Custodial, Office):
- [ ] Role-specific training (see supervisor)
- [ ] If paraprofessional: ESSA qualification verification (60 hrs / associate's / assessment)
- [ ] If bus driver: CDL verification, DOT physical on file, pre-trip inspection training
- [ ] If food service: food handler certification, USDA meal pattern overview
- [ ] If custodial: chemical safety (OSHA SDS), AHERA asbestos awareness (if applicable)

## Signatures
| Item | Employee Signature | Date |
|------|-------------------|------|
| Handbook received | | |
| Emergency procedures reviewed | | |
| Mandated reporter training completed | | |
| AUP signed | | |
| Background check confirmation | | |