SD43 - Safety Info Guide for Instructors

Important: Providers are responsible for sending a copy of their student list(s) along with a quick introduction to the school partner one or two days before the program start date and any further updates or questions about the school, room locations etc.

Before:

• All instructors must arrive 15 minutes early - Sign in at the office

• Check for any ‘official absences’ with the school office - Do not ask the office for printing

• Instructors must bring their copy and take attendance for each class (digital or print)

SAFETY PROTOCOL: Instructor(s) must call the school office (1st option) and parent (2nd option) before starting, if a student is not absent (according to the school’s attendance record) but is not in class. Failure to do this will result in a severe safety policy breach.

During:

• “Buddy/ group systems” recommended (for Elementary schools)

• Must stay on-premise of the program location/ classroom

• Instructor(s) must supervise students at all times

SAFETY PROTOCOL: In an emergency, injury, or accident, the instructor(s) should pause the program (breaks/bathrooms) and resolve the situation with optimal supervision for all students.

After:

• Instructor(s) must return any room/ space/ equipment to its original condition

• Must stay until the last student is picked up (call parents ASAP if they are not on time)

• Send an email report to your program director (or as needed)

1. Note any issues, challenges, concerns

2. Share any positive behaviour/ success stories/ testimonies

SAFETY PROTOCOL: Instructor(s) should report any serious concerns or behavioural issues to their program director to notify the appropriate people (School, District, DWUL, Parents etc.).

*Emergencies & Cancellations:

• Within 24 hours, YOU MUST CALL the school and all parents ASAP, and email follow up

• Before 24 hours, inform the school and all parents via email or phone in advance

• Follow up with the School and DWUL to set up a make-up session or refund

Any questions, support, and additional resources for schools and providers from SD43?

Please email Jeff Stromgren at [email protected]