early childhood educator (ECE)

Minimum Requirements

• 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 their needs.
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children.
• 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 behavioral problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians, or supervisors.
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors.
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations.
• 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.

Security and Safety

• Basic security clearance.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.