Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act; Knowledge of licensing regulations; Establish guidelines for behaviour; 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; provide opportunities 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

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Values and ethics; Reliability

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Security and Safety Criminal record check; Basic security clearance

Work Setting

Day care centre or nursery school; Child care centre

Additional Skills

Order supplies and equipment; Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties; Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records

Children's Ages

5 years; 1 year; 2 years; 3 years; Infant (3 months - 11 months)

Experience Experience an asset

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English