early childhood educator (ece) - level 3

Education:

College/CEGEP. or equivalent experience.

Work setting:

• Child care centre.
• Before and after school programs.

Tasks:

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children.
• Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers.
• 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.
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor.
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations.
• 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 supervisor (ECE level 3).
• Child development worker (ECE level 2).
• First Aid Certificate.

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check.
• Vulnerable sector check.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.

Personal suitability:

• Punctuality.
• Dependability.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Judgement.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Values and ethics.

Screening questions:

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?.

Experience:

1 year to less than 2 years.

Employment terms options:

Day.