early childhood educator (ECE)

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
Child care centre
Tasks
Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
Maintain daycare equipment
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
Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
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
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Child development worker (ECE level 2)
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 30 to 35 hours per week