Full-Time
Early Childhood Educator (E.C.E.)
Posted on Dec 10
Willowbrae Cambridge
Cambridge, ON
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; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Punctuality
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling
Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation
Security and Safety
Medical exam; Immunization records; Tuberculosis test; Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check
Work Setting
Day care centre or nursery school; Child care centre
Additional Skills
Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties; Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records; Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
Children's Ages
5 years; 1 year; 2 years; 3 years; 4 years; Infant (3 months - 11 months)
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); Emergency child care first aid and CPR
Education College/CEGEP
Languages English
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