early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

  • Surrey
  • Honey Bear Child Care Ltd
Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year Work site environment Outdoors Noisy Non-smoking Air conditioned Work setting Child care centre Tasks Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Order supplies and equipment Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts 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 Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties 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 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 Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses  Child development assistant (ECE level 1) Security and safety Criminal record check Transportation/travel information Own transportation Work conditions and physical capabilities Repetitive tasks Physically demanding Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Personal suitability Punctuality Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Interpersonal awareness Reliability Team player Values and ethics Ability to multitask Other benefits Free parking available