Frequently Asked Questions

Q:        Who will be my on-the-job supervisor?

A:        An ECE staff in the centre will be your on-the-job supervisor.  Each year PLASP staff supervise many students on placement.  They also draw on the experiences they have had when they were students themselves.

Q:        When is my lunch hour and breaks?  What are the expectations regarding breaks?

A:        Typically, you will have a one hour lunch break which will be assigned to you by your supervisor.  Remember that all shifts and breaks are determined by the attendance pattern of the children.

Q:        Whom do I talk to if I have a problem or question?

A:        Talk to your supervisor first.  If you prefer to speak with someone else, please speak with:

• The Program Director
• Staff in the Volunteer Department at 905-890-1711
• The field placement supervisor from your school

 To help ensure a successful placement, we encourage you to address any concerns you may have early.  Remember the PLASP Volunteer Department staff are here to support you.  You may call the Manager of the Department at any time.

Q:        If the school is closed for a holiday, do PLASP programs still operate?

A:        No.  On statutory holidays and school closures due to weather, PLASP programs do not operate.  Ensure that you know the procedure for determining when the program will be closed and that your supervisor knows how to contact you in the event of a closure.

Q:        If a parent asks me to baby-sit, what should I do?

A:        Staff, students on placement and volunteers are required to politely refuse baby-sitting jobs from PLASP families.  Please call the PLASP Head Office at 905-890-1711 if you have any questions regarding this matter.

Q:        Will PLASP or my supervisor provide me with a reference letter or a reference?

A:        No, your college or school should be able to provide potential employers with information about your education and placements.

Q:        Can I volunteer for PLASP when my placement is complete?

A:        Yes, if you would like to become a PLASP volunteer, please contact the Volunteer Department.  The Volunteer Department staff will review the differences between being a student on placement and a volunteer before you begin your new placement.  

Q:        How would I go about applying for a job with PLASP?

A:        At the end of your placement, please submit your resume to your immediate supervisor.  Your supervisor will forward your resume to the PLASP’s Human Resources Department at the Head Office to be processed.

Q:        Who should I contact if I have any further questions?

A:        Contact the PLASP Volunteer Department at (905) 890-1711 to ask any questions you may have prior to, during, or after your placement.

Q:        Am I insured?

A:        Yes, students on placement are insured by their educational institution and by PLASP Child Care Services.  For more information contact the Volunteer Department at (905) 890-1711.

Q:        How do I go about getting a placement with PLASP Child Care Services?

A:        Typically, your placement supervisor will call the PLASP Head Office at

(905) 890-1711 and arrange your placement for you.

Thank you for your interest in becoming a student on placement with PLASP Child Care Services.

Please give us a call at

the PLASP Head Office at (905) 890-1711

and ask to speak with someone in the Volunteer Department if you have any further questions.