early childhood education worker

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 32 to 40 hours per week
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Work setting
Child care centre
Before and after school programs
Tasks
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
Storytelling
Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
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
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
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
First Aid Certificate
CPR Certificate
Target audience
Children
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Vulnerable sector check
Transportation/travel information
Own transportation
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
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Employment terms options
Day
Financial benefits
Pension plan