Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Credentials

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate; Child development worker (ECE level 2)

Experience

Experience an asset

Children's Ages

5 years; 3 years; 4 years

Additional Skills

Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers; Order supplies and equipment; Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records; 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

Kindergarten

Security and Safety

Child abuse registry check; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance; Vulnerable sector check

Work Site Environment

Noisy

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Ability to Supervise

1 to 2 people

Personal Suitability

Team player; Excellent oral communication; Dependability; Reliability

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; Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children