early childhood educator (ECE)

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 hours per week
Education: Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience: 1 to less than 7 months
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
Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Maintain daycare equipment
Storytelling
Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents
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
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
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
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
Emergency child care first aid and CPR
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
Target audience
Children
Area of specialization
Pre-school education
Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Immunization records
Vulnerable sector check
Transportation/travel information
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
Punctuality
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Interpersonal awareness
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics
Creativity
Honesty
Ability to multitask
Screening questions
Are you available for the advertised start date?
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
Other benefits
Free parking available
On-site recreation and activities