ECE assistant

Education: College/CEGEP Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years Tasks Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that 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 Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children Work conditions and physical capabilities Repetitive tasks Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Bending, crouching, kneeling Personal suitability Punctuality Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent written communication Flexibility Reliability Team player Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 30 hours per week