Languages English

Education

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

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

Experience with Special Needs Children Children with a physical disability

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills

Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings; Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers; Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children; Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts

Children's Ages 2 years; 3 years; 4 years

Additional Skills

Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records; Storytelling

Work Setting Child care centre

Security and Safety

Medical exam; Immunization records; Tuberculosis test; Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/Travel Information Public transportation is available

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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

Work Location Information Urban area

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act; Knowledge of licensing regulations; Establish guidelines for behaviour; 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; Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor; Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children; Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members; Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children