early childhood education worker

Education:

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

Work setting:

Child care centre.

Tasks:

• Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs..
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and 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.
• 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.
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor.
• Establish guidelines for behaviour.
• 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.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.
• CPR Certificate.

Security and safety:

Criminal record check.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Health benefits:

Health care plan.