early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Overview

Languages: English or French

Education

• College/CEGEP
• Montessori teacher education
• Kindergarten/preschool education and teaching
• Early childhood education and teaching

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daycare equipment
• Storytelling
• Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that 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
• Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
• Administer first aid in emergency situations

Credentials

• Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and Specialization

Area of work experience: Teaching

Area of specialization: Pre-school education

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal Suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability
• Values and ethics
• Honesty
• Ability to multitask

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Long Term Benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site daycare available
• Team building opportunities