Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Knowledge of licensing regulations; 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; Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children; Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Dependability; Values and ethics; Reliability

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation; Public transportation is available

Work Site Environment Noisy; Non-smoking; Air conditioned

Security and Safety Immunization records; Vulnerable sector check

Work Setting Child care centre

Children's Ages Up to 12 years

Experience Experience an asset

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)

Education

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

Languages English