early childhood educator (ECE)

Education: College/CEGEP. Early childhood education and teaching.

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.
• Maintain daycare equipment.
• Storytelling.
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that 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.
• Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 :

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

Screening questions:

• Do you have experience working in this field?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Other benefits:

• On-site daycare available.
• Parking available.