early childhood educator (ECE)
Must-have:Security
Education:
College/CEGEP.
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.
- 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.
- Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children.
- 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.
Security and safety:
Child Abuse Registry check. Medical exam.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail.
Personal suitability:
Team player.
Experience:
Experience an asset.