Medication & Anaphylaxis
True or false: medication can be given to children when a parent provides his/her authorization or politely requests.
False.
All mediation needs a doctor's note and an administration form completed before giving any medicine to children.
Any suspicion that a child may be in need of protection must be reported directly to CAS without consulting the family, documented properly, and followed up with management. True or False.
True
Mention the corresponding ratios for Kindergarten and School Age
Kindergarten 13 children / 1 educator
School Age 15 children / 1 educator
When addressing a concern with a parent, is it ok to disclose other children's names?
No, all information should be handled confidentially.
Mention three behaviour guidance strategies in the program.
Fostering positive interactions, creating supportive environments, setting clear expectations, and promoting positive behaviour through understanding and communication.
Where can we find our Anaphylaxis Plans or Medical Plans in the program?
Classroom Board
Emergency Binders
True or false: reporting (to CAS/Supervisor) is optional if the staff member believes the situation is minor.
False
True or false: We only count children once in the morning and once in the afternoon.
False. We count children every 30 minutes and during transitions.
Mention steps we follow regarding our Parents' Issues and Concerns policy.
Report situation immediately to Supervisor. Document in logbook. Addressed within two business days. Handled confidentially. Keep parents informed throughout the resolution process. Not sharing names of other children involved.
What is the photo and video images policy?
Personal devices, including phones, cameras, video cameras, and laptops, must be stored in lockers, closets, or filing cabinets, and phones cannot be used for calling, texting, or video-calling during program time.
Where do we check for quick confirmation of allergies and/or food restrictions in our program?
Posted Allergy List
According to the Safe Arrival and Dismissal Policy, which actions are required of staff?
Sign in the child immediately, confirm authorized pick-up persons, record any authorizations in the log book, attempt to contact parent/guardian if child does not arrive as expected.
According to the Playground Safety Supervision, what are the educators' responsibilities for program?
Daily inspections twice per day, report and document any hazards or deficiencies, complete a child accident report and log any injuries.
Do you remember the steps we follow when a child is missing?
Ensure supervision of remaining children, search the immediate area, inform Supervisor, contact parent/guardian or emergency contact, call 911 within 30 min if child is confirmed missing.
True or False: Phones may remain in pockets or backpacks during program time as long as they are on silent.
False
Describe a proper way of keeping medication for children according to our policies.
Medication must be in original container. Child's name, dosage, date or purchase/expiration, storage instructions and administration instructions, completed medication forms.
According to the Health and Sanitary Procedures policy, which practices are required to maintain a safe and healthy environment?
Spraying and cleaning tables and counters before and after meals, hand washing, following a weekly disinfecting schedule, following exclusion criteria, and following steps during outbreaks.
Mention the difference between the Buddy System for Kindergarten and School Age Programs
Kindergarten has NO Buddy System.
School Age has a 3 children ratio for Buddy System
(groups of 3)
During a fire drill or evacuation procedure, what does the first educator do to ensure everyone is following our evacuation procedure?
The first staff gathers and counts children, leads them to the designated area.
Both educators confirm attendance before releasing any children.
When calling sick, how many hours is the acceptable policy to call before your shift starts?
Two hours minimum.
Where can we find the medications, EpiPens or puffers in our program?
In the medication backpack in each classroom.
Mention the steps when reporting a Serious Occurrence or a potential Serious Occurrence.
Staff reports the situation to Supervisor immediately, document information from all witnesses before leaving the premises, follow the policy's documentation procedures.
Mention three actions required from educators to ensure a safe supervision of children in our program.
During fire drill or evacuation, what is the role of the second educator?
Ensures no children are left, gets backpack and medication, closes classroom and counts children on the way.
Both educators confirm attendance before releasing any children.
How long in advance you are expected to provide before requesting time-off?
Two weeks minimum.