General Knowledge
What is the Junior/Senior kindergarten ratio set out by the CCEYA
(room 3 and 6)
1-13
Name 5 things on the KFMRC dress code policy?
Casual Pants
Athletic Pants
Scrubs
Sweaters, cardigans, hoodies
Jeans with no rips
Non-slip closed toe shoes in kitchen
Secure sandles and shoes with backstrap
One piece Bathing suit with shorts/t shirt with shorts
The emergency contact form needs to be updated on a specific child?
Cara (administrative assistant)
What does CCEYA stand for?
Child Care and Early Years Act
True or False: Staff must keep a record of any injuries that occur during the day. Also bonus points if you can mention where they injuries have to be documented daily?
True and daily log
What is LPA’s waitlist admission priorities
1)Military with a child already enrolled in LPA
2)Military (new to LPA)
3)KMFRC Staff with a child already enrolled in LPA.
4)KMFRC staff (new to LPA)
5)Children of civilian DND, and NPF personnel
6)Children of non-military families
When can you use your personal cell phone?
If a staff member is expecting an urgent phone call, he/she must inform the manager
School Age field trip questions or summer camp questions
Laurie (school age and casual child care manager)
Name three areas where staff are required to do a head count according to the transition policy?
-entering and leaving the stairwell
-entering the classroom
-supervising in the classroom
-going to cubby or fountain
-entering or leaving the yard
-entering or leaving the splash pad
-entering or leaving the gym
-entering or leaving the building
Name a procedure to prevent the spread of communicable diseases in child care.
Proper hand hygiene, disinfecting surfaces, exclusion of sick children
Name 4 out of the 6 prohibited practices listed in our parent handbook?
1) Corporal punishment of the child.
2) Physical restraint of the child, such as confining the child to a highchair, car seat, stroller, or other device for the purposes of discipline or in lieu of supervision, unless the physical restraint is for the purpose of preventing a child from hurting himself, herself, or someone else, and is used only as a last resort and only until the risk of injury is no longer imminent.
3) Locking the exits of the childcare centre for the purpose of confining the child or confining the child in an area or room without adult supervision unless such confinement occurs during an emergency and is required as part of the licensee’s emergency management policies and procedures.
4) Use of harsh or degrading measures or threats or use of derogatory language directed at or used in the presence of a child that would humiliate, shame, or frighten the child or undermine his or her self-respect, dignity, or self-worth.
5) depriving the child of basic needs including food, drink, shelter, sleep, toilet use, clothing, or bedding.
6) inflicting any bodily harm on children including making children eat or drink against their will.
What are the three steps in the KMFRC discpline/coaching policy
1) Verbal
2) 1st Written warning with steps for improvement and next steps if no improvement
3) 2nd written warning with improvement plan and suspended for 1 day with pay
4) 3rd written warning-suspended for 3 days with pay while investigation continues
A Manager can skip steps if approved by the ED
What would you do if you had a conflict with a coworker?
-examples- closing duties not completed, paperwork not completed, late breaks/lunches, late at start of shift, activities not being done and vibes are off
If you need to address a conflict with a coworker, make sure to speak with them privately—asking for coverage if necessary when children are around. Stay professional, communicate clearly, and focus on resolving the issue respectfully
Who is responsible for enforcing CCEYA regulations?
Ministry of Education (Ontario)
According to CCEYA, what are the specific cleaning and disinfecting requirements for toys and surfaces in a licensed child care setting?
Toys and surfaces must be cleaned and disinfected daily, and immediately if contaminated by bodily fluids.
List all the serious occurrences that must be reported under the CCEYA?
Death of a Child
Abuse/Neglect or Allegation of Abuse/Neglect
Life-threatening Injury or Illness
Missing or Temporarily Unsupervised Child(ren)
Unplanned Disruption of Service
Where are KMFRC and LPA employees required to park in the parking lot?
Employees are required to park at the far side of the lamp posts in the parking lot
Questions regarding infant to preschool classroom movement or program?
Jen (full day manager)
What age group must staff use the walking rope?
-walking infants, toddlers or preschoolers (if there are not enough adult hands for them to hold, or going directly out the back door)
What are the required steps to safely administer medication to a child in a licensed child care program under CCEYA?
Obtain written consent from the parent/guardian, verify medication label and dosage, document administration, and store medication securely.
What are the four foundations of How Does Learning Happen?
Belonging, Well-Being, Engagement, and Expression.
Dispute Resolution-who is involved and the steps
informal problem solving
1) discuss the conflict with the employee
2) if both parties can not come up with a acceptable resolution, the complainant will bring their concerns to the manager. Managers have 2 business days to investigate concerns and respond
3) If the complainant is not resolved in a satisfactory manner through the informal problem solving, a formal complaint may be lodged within 5 working days. Must be done in writing-
If anyone wants more clarification-policy is on hr downloads
Allergies, medications or feeding plans
Cara and the manager of the appropriate program
Under the CCEYA, what is a licensee’s responsibility when a serious occurrence happens at a child care center?
The licensee must report the serious occurrence to the Ministry of Education within 24 hours and post in a visible and accessible area of the child care center for 10 business days
What requirements does CCEYA specify for emergency evacuation drills (Fire Drills) in licensed child care centers?
Fire drills must be conducted at least once a month and documented with date, time, and participation details.