early childhood educator (ECE)

Education:
Expérience:

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

Child care centre

Tasks

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
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
Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

First Aid Certificate
Personal suitability
Reliability
Team player

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year
Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
Langue de travail: Anglais
Heures de travail: 35 to 44 hours per week Read more