Technology
True or false: staff are allowed to use the centre’s technological resources for personal use
False
______provides infants the opportunity to strengthen their head, neck and core muscles. This prepares them for future milestones such as rolling, sitting and crawling.
Tummy time
What strategy is used to help children feel prepared for transitions during daily programming?
Staff provide a five-minute warning, use visual supports, and sing transition songs.
You think you have witnessed a fellow staff member striking a child, but you aren’t 100% sure. Is this part of our behavior management policy? What do you do? What should you avoid?
No, physical punishment is not part of our behavior management policy. You should report any suspected abuse to child and family services (CFS) even if you are not sure. You should avoid questioning or prompting the staff and/ or child in attempt to fix the problem.
IWS TH CCC is an inclusive program. We embrace a Red River Métis-centric philosophy, accepting and welcoming children of all _____ and_______.
Abilities and cultures
Intentionally accessing, transmitting, copying, or creating material that violates the ______ of children, parents/guardians, staff, IWS, or the Centre itself.
Confidentiality
A recognized form of communication that bridges the gap between what a baby understands and their ability to vocalize it
American Sign Language (ASL)
True or false: if a child is struggling to transition at drop off, parents should stick around and comfort the child verbally/ physically for as long as needed.
False. When children are struggling to come in, it is important to say goodbye and leave your child with a staff to bring them into the room. If your child struggles to let go, it is important to again follow through, say goodbye, and allow staff to take over and be with them until they feel safe, secure, and ready to play.
True or false: Staff are solely responsible for following the center’s code of conduct. Parents/ guardians are exempt from following the code of conduct because they are allowed to parent their child as the see fit while attending the center.
False. All staff, parents/guardians, and volunteers are to always follow our Code of Conduct (Annexure 1).
Morning snack is scheduled between 9am - 9:30am. One child is taking a little longer to finish their snack. You choose to take their snack away promptly at 9:30 because you have an exciting activity planned that you need to set up. Is this the proper way to handle the situation?
No. Our inclusion policy states that our programming is flexible and should be suitable for individual needs. Our schedule may change throughout the day. Each scenario should be navigated with care and understanding.
True or false: staff may keep their phone on them if they are awaiting an important phone call and if they have permission from management.
False
IWC TH CCC‘S infant program is a holistic Red River Métis-centric curriculum that includes learning through play, with a mix of _______ and ______ activities.
What are some ways you can incorporate Métis culture into our daily curriculum?
bringing in items from nature to explore, different furs/pelts to feel, hats to wear, instruments to play, fiddling music in the background to listen to while children play.
What philosophy do we follow to support our behavior management policy?
The Circle of Security Pilosophy
True or false: The inclusion policy is in place only for the children of the centre.
False. The health and wellbeing of the children, staff and families are equally a priority.
Scenario: A parent is very upset with the center after an incident. The parent takes their grievances to their private Facebook page to vent and share their experiences. Is this ok? Is there any specific information the parent should be cautious sharing?
Parents are asked to be mindful of what they post to social media that could impact the center‘s reputation. Additionally, parents should NOT post any identifying information about children, staff, location and families.
Activities that involve sharing materials or toys amongst infants are encouraged. This helps infants practice language development, taking turns, and cooperating with their peers.
Peer-Sharing activities
Throughout play in the room, staff will mentor and teach _____ _____ such as turn-taking, expressing needs, and understanding individual and peer emotions.
Social skills
Restraining is what form of punishment? Is it a part of our behavior management policy?
In addition to staff, who else should be included in the decision making process for a child’s inclusion plan?
Parents and guardians
If a staff member accepts a child as a “friend” on social media what could happen to the employee and what can be done with the related information?
Employees are not allowed to accept friend requests or interact with the centre’s children on social media. The related information and data can be used for disciplinary action and released to police if criminal in nature.
Staff will take the time to learn each infant’s routine and tune into their ______ and ____ to understand their way of communicating.
Sounds and cues
What are the 7 mandatory play choice and learning areas required in a preschool room set by Manitoba‘s early learning curriculum?
Dramatic play
Block and construction
Science, water and sand
Fine Motor
Music
Art
Literacy and Numeracy
Define/ describe verbal abuse
Verbal or emotional abuse includes any harsh belittling or degrading response by any adult (parent, guardian, employee, volunteer, or student) in the Centre, that would humiliate or undermine a child’s self-respect.
True or false: The ability of the child does not impact registration priority, though it may affect when the child can start attending the program.
True