Education

College/CEGEP or equivalent experience

Credentials

First Aid Certificate; Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate; CPR Certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Children's Ages

4 years; Up to 12 years

Work Setting

Before and after school programs

Security and Safety

Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Dependability; Reliability; Punctuality

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act; Establish guidelines for behaviour; 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; Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children; Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children