Are students allowed any sick days?

It is expected that students will attend all placement days as scheduled. Students must make up all days missed with the exception of Statutory holidays (Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day, Good Friday and Victoria Day). Students who are placed in programs that have a March Break or professional development days will be expected to make up those days.

What hours is a student expected to work?

In full day programs students are expected to work an eight hour shift with a one hour lunch break (eg 8-4, 9-5). For half day programs students are expected to arrive one half hour before the children and leave one half hour after the program finishes. Sheridan does not support student requests for specific hours. Students must work the hours assigned by the centre.

What is the procedure for planning forms?

Students are required to submit planning forms to their supervising teacher so that feedback can be incorporated prior to implementation. Revised plans must be completed before the activity is presented. After implementation, the student must complete the review section and the comments chart on the back before the supervising teacher evaluates the activity.

What is the procedure for the mid-term and final evaluations?

The student and the supervising teacher should complete their copy of the evaluation form independently. This information is then shared and discussed during a meeting time to clarify the competency levels assigned.

Will the students be wearing nametags at placement?

Students are expected to purchase a nametag lanyard bearing the Sheridan logo and are advised to wear it at the centre unless your agency issues a separate one.

When should a centre contact the field visitor regarding absenteeism?

If a student misses four days the supervising teacher should contact the field visitor to report this number so follow up action can be taken.

What is the college policy regarding the Criminal Record Check?

Students are directed that they must submit a current Criminal Record Check to their supervising teacher on the first day of placement. First year ECE and ECE Intensive students will not be given a placement assignment until the CRC is completed. The centre is obligated to ensure that the CRC for second year students complies with their individual policy.

How do we complete the WSIB forms?

If your centre is covered by WSIB protection the students will be covered as well at no additional cost to the centre. If your centre does not have WSIB coverage the students must fill out the ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF INSURANCE page of the form for alternate coverage.

Are we required to check the student's medical record?

Students will not be assigned to their first placement until they have completed the Sheridan Health Centre requirements. This procedure ensures that they have the required documentation and immunizations for the duration of their program.

Are students advised of proper placement attire?

Students are advised to inquire about the centre dress code when they make their initial telephone contact to the placement. Professionalism is stressed during orientation classes at the college. They are advised about adhering to the policy at the centre and made aware of the wide variations about suitable attire (jeans, sweat pants, open toed sandals etc) and proper outdoor attire is emphasized for inclement weather.