Teachers
 
When to use: 
Some children are more sensitive to noise. They may cover their ears, put their head down, tuck their head into their clothing or even act out as a way to communicate their distress with noise. 
 
How to use: 
If you know a child is sensitive to noise, prepare them for noise environments and have headphones available to them. 
Never force a child to wear them. 
Place headphones in an area that is easily accessible for the child.
 
Caregivers
 
When to use: 
Some children are more sensitive to noise. They may cover their ears, put their head down, tuck their head into their clothing or even act out as a way to communicate their distress with noise. 
 
How to use: 
If you know your child is sensitive to a particular noise, prepare them for the noise and remind them where the headphones are located.
Never force your child to wear them.
Pack headphones along if you know you are going somewhere noise may be distressing (the grocery store, sporting events, family events, birthday parties, etc.).