Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Credentials

CPR Certificate

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills

Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods; Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors

Experience

Experience an asset

Children's Ages

Up to 12 years

Additional Skills

Order supplies and equipment; Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties; Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children; Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours; Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Work Setting

Before and after school programs

Security and Safety

Child abuse registry check; Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Ability to Supervise

1 to 2 people

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Dependability; Punctuality

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Knowledge of licensing regulations; Develop and implement child-care programs that support and 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; provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity; Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor; Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children; 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