early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Work setting:

Child care centre.

Tasks:

• Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers.
• Storytelling.
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children.
• 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.
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations.
• Establish guidelines for behaviour.
• 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.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :

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

Security and safety:

• Basic security clearance.
• Criminal record check.
• Immunization records.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Repetitive tasks.
• Physically demanding.
• Attention to detail.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.

Personal suitability:

• Punctuality.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Flexibility.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Values and ethics.

Screening questions:

Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

Experience:

1 to less than 7 months.

Employment terms options:

Morning.