Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

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; 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

Personal Suitability

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

Work Location Information Urban area

Ability to Supervise 3-4 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Transportation/Travel Information Public transportation is available

Work Site Environment Noisy; Non-smoking

Security and Safety

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

Work Setting

Day care centre or nursery school; Child care centre; Before and after school programs

Additional Skills

Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties; Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children; Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours; Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Children's Ages 5 years; 3 years; 4 years; Up to 12 years

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills

Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers; Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts; Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods

Experience 7 months to less than 1 year

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

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

Education College/CEGEP

Languages English