early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Your tasks

• Maintain daycare equipment.
• 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.
• 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.
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children.

Requirements

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Child development assistant (ECE level 1).
• First Aid Certificate.
• CPR Certificate.

1 year to less than 2 years.

What we offer

Health benefits

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.