Will a misdemeanor for unlawful assembly prevent me from teaching preschool?

Question

I have to pass a fingerprint test to get my permit and Im scared to do it. Do I need to have the misdemeanor expunged from my record before I can pass?

Answer 1

i don't think legally , any app. usually asks if u been convicted of a felony

Answer 2

Find a link to your states day care regulations. It will tell you if misdemeanors are ok or not. You should tell them at the interview or before the screen, be remorseful b/c it WILL come up on the check. They may be able to overlook misdemeanors however if regs say they can't then they can't no matter how honest you are.

Answer 3

The best thing to do is be honest. Employers will not hire you if you lie but if you're honest you have a good shot at getting the job.

Answer 4

Misdemeanor charge OK...felony charge no. If it is just a misdemeanor it should not come up.

Answer 5

It shouldn't be a problem. It will likely show on the report your employers receive. Be proactive - tell them ahead of time it will be on there and explain what happened in as positive a light as possible. Mention what you've learned from the experience, how you've grown/changed, etc.