early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

Job Responsibilities

• 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.
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing, and toilet habits.
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioral problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians, or supervisor.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations.
• Establish guidelines for behavior.
• 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
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.

Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Reliability.
• Team player.
• Values and ethics.

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?