early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Tasks:

• Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers.
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children.
• 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.
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings.
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children.
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Repetitive tasks.
• Attention to detail.

Personal suitability:

• Punctuality.
• Dependability.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Honesty.
• Ability to multitask.

Experience:

1 to less than 7 months.

Employment terms options:

• Early morning.
• Morning.
• Day.