early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

Education:

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year. or equivalent experience.

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.
• 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.
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Emergency child care first aid and CPR.
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Immunization records.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Repetitive tasks.
• Physically demanding.
• Attention to detail.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Manual dexterity.

Personal suitability:

• Punctuality.
• Dependability.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Interpersonal awareness.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Values and ethics.

Screening questions:

• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Employment terms options:

Day.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).

Other benefits:

Free parking available.

Support for youths:

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.