Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

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; 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

Personal Suitability

Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Punctuality

Ability to Supervise 5-10 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Physically demanding; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Security and Safety Immunization records; Vulnerable sector check

Work Setting Child care centre

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills

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

Experience 2 years to less than 3 years

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

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE); Food allergy and anaphylaxis training

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Languages English