early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Experience: Will train

Work setting:

• Child care centre
• Urban area

Tasks:

• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• 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
• 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
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

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

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information:

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability:

• Punctuality
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Creativity
• Ability to multitask

Other benefits:

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)