early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Work setting:

• Child care centre

Tasks:

• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
• 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
• 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
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:

• First Aid Certificate

Security and safety:

• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information:

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking