early childhood educator (ECE)

Education: College/CEGEP
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
Child care centre
Tasks
Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
Storytelling
Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
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
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
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
Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Medical exam
Immunization records
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
Punctuality
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Interpersonal awareness
Reliability
Team player
Creativity
Ability to multitask
Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week