early childhood educator (ECE)

  • Amherst
  • Bright Beginnings Child Care Centre
Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: Other trades certificate or diploma Experience: 1 to less than 7 months Work setting Child care centre Tasks Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs. Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Storytelling Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest Encourage children 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 Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings Knowledge of licensing regulations 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 Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses  Child development assistant (ECE level 1) Child development worker (ECE level 2) Emergency child care first aid and CPR Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate Security and safety Criminal record check Child Abuse Registry check Vulnerable sector check Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Personal suitability Punctuality Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Reliability Team player Creativity Honesty Ability to multitask Screening questions Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications? Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Life insurance Pension plan