early childhood educator (ECE)

Education:

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

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.
• 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 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 :

Child development worker (ECE level 2).

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Physically demanding.
• Attention to detail.
• Manual dexterity.

Personal suitability:

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Experience:

1 to less than 7 months.