Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Work setting
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Child care centre
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Day care centre or nursery school
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
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Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
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Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
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Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
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Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
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Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
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Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
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Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
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Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
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Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
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Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants
Supervision
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
Additional information
Security and safety
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Criminal record check
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Medical exam
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Immunization records
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Tuberculosis test
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Repetitive tasks
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Physically demanding
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Attention to detail
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Combination of sitting, standing, walking
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability
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Punctuality
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Dependability
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Excellent written communication
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Flexibility
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Interpersonal awareness
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Judgement
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Reliability
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Team player
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Values and ethics
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Creativity
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Honesty
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Ability to multitask
Who can apply to this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.