ECE assistant

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 40 hours per week Education: College/CEGEP Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year or equivalent experience Work setting Child care centre Kindergarten Before and after school programs Tasks Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs. 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 Maintain daycare equipment 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 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 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 Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses  First Aid Certificate Target audience Children Security and safety Criminal record check Transportation/travel information Own transportation Work conditions and physical capabilities Combination of sitting, standing, walking Personal suitability Punctuality Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Interpersonal awareness Reliability Team player Creativity Honesty Ability to multitask Screening questions Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Do you have previous experience in this field of employment? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?