Tutor Time investigation shines spotlight on childcare worker vetting process

Following an alleged case of abuse against a three-year-old at the Tutor Time in Massapequa, we're taking a closer look now at what it takes to work at a child care center in New York. The state's Office of Children and Family Services requires background checks, including fingerprinting, criminal history reviews, and child abuse registry checks. Employees must also complete 30 hours of training every two years, including child development, safety, and child abuse prevention. Jennifer, a mom who says her son was abused. at the Lindenhurst Tutor Time last year says more needs to be done. There absolutely should be training where you can talk to the child or do something else before ever laying a hand on them, especially with cameras too. It requires infant and toddler lead teachers to have specific qualifications, including a college degree and experience, or at least nine college credits in early childhood education, plus two years of child care experience and a plan to earn an approved credential.