Early childhood educator (ece) - level 1

Overview

Languages

English

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

• Child care centre

Responsibilities

• Maintain daycare equipment
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• Establish guidelines for behaviour
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children

Credentials

• Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
• First Aid Certificate

Additional information

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics