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Day Care Background Checks That Put Child Safety First
Every person you hire works directly with children. Screen thoroughly — criminal history, abuse registries, sex offender checks, and credential verification — all in one platform.
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Why Day Care Hiring Requires the Most Thorough Screening
In child care, a missed background check isn't just a paperwork gap — it's a safety risk. Every staff member, volunteer, and contractor has direct, unsupervised access to children. State licensing requires rigorous vetting. Parents trust you to get it right.
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Every check, every time
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Comprehensive Screening, Built Around Your Needs
Apply the right level of screening by role — from teachers to kitchen staff to volunteers.
Criminal History Checks
Comprehensive searches across county, state, federal, and national databases to identify any criminal history before a staff member works with children.
Employment Verification
Verify employment history, job titles, and dates for teachers, aides, administrators, and support staff.
Reference Checks
Speak with former employers and professional references to validate experience and character before extending offers.
Sex Offender Checks
Comprehensive registry searches at state and national levels — mandatory for anyone working with children.
Credential Verification
Verify education, certifications, and professional licenses required for child care teaching and administrative roles.
Abuse Registry Checks
Search state child abuse and neglect registries to ensure no staff member or volunteer has a history of abuse.
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Trusted by Child Care Organizations Across the Country
"The thoroughness of their background checks gives us — and our parents — complete peace of mind. Every staff member is fully vetted before they step into a classroom."
Maria Gonzalez
Director, Bright Beginnings Child Care
"Their abuse registry and sex offender checks are exactly what we needed. Fast, compliant, and the support team is incredibly helpful."
Jennifer Park
Owner, Little Learners Academy
"We screen dozens of staff across multiple locations and 3rd Degree makes it effortless. Automated workflows and real-time dashboards save us hours every week."
David Kim
HR Director, KinderCare Affiliate
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Trust 3rd Degree Screening for comprehensive child care background checks that put safety first — because every person you hire works with children.
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