Education

College/CEGEP

Credentials

Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Additional Skills

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

Work Setting

Day care centre or nursery school; Before and after school programs

Security and Safety

Basic security clearance

Personal Suitability

Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Dependability; Values and ethics

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act; Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children; Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children