Languages

English

Education

College/CEGEP

Credentials

Child development supervisor (ECE level 3); Child development assistant (ECE level 1); Child development worker (ECE level 2)

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Additional Skills

Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties; Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records; Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children; Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Work Setting

Child care centre

Security and Safety

Bondable; Child welfare check; Immunization records; Tuberculosis test; Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check

Work Site Environment

Non-smoking; Air conditioned

Transportation/Travel Information

Own vehicle

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Attention to detail; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Ability to Supervise

5-10 people

Work Location Information

Rural area

Personal Suitability

Team player; Excellent oral communication; Dependability; Reliability

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act; Knowledge of licensing regulations; Establish guidelines for behaviour; 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; Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits; 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