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Teacher Stripped of License After Child Abuse Incident

1/27/2026

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The Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal canceled Kaaren Stewart's teaching registration after finding she harmed a 4-year-old boy by grabbing his wrist and dragging him at a childcare center.
The tribunal found her actions caused an adverse impact on the child, who experienced trauma.
Three staff members corroborated the allegations, and the tribunal ordered Kaaren Stewart to pay $20,121 in costs for lack of professional judgment and disregard for the child's safety.

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Story summary

The Teachers Disciplinary Tribunal canceled Kaaren Stewart's teaching registration after finding she harmed a 4-year-old boy by grabbing his wrist and dragging him at a childcare center.
The tribunal found her actions caused an adverse impact on the child, who experienced trauma.
Three staff members corroborated the allegations, and the tribunal ordered Kaaren Stewart to pay $20,121 in costs for lack of professional judgment and disregard for the child's safety.