early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 1 to less than 7 months Work setting Child care centre Tasks Storytelling 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 Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses  Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate Target audience Children Work conditions and physical capabilities Repetitive tasks Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Bending, crouching, kneeling Work under pressure Standing for extended periods Personal suitability Punctuality Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Reliability Team player Values and ethics Creativity Ability to multitask Organized Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week