early childhood education worker

Education:

College/CEGEP.

Tasks:

• Maintain daycare equipment.
• 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.
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations.
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Child development assistant (ECE level 1).
• Child development worker (ECE level 2).
• First Aid Certificate.
• CPR Certificate.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Vulnerable sector check.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Repetitive tasks.
• 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.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Creativity.
• Honesty.
• Ability to multitask.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

Day.