early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Child care centre.

Tasks:

• Maintain daycare equipment.
• Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents.
• 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.
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors.
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children.

Personal suitability:

• Dependability.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Creativity.
• Patience.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.