Languages

English

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Credentials

First Aid Certificate; Early Childhood Education Assistant Certificate; CPR Certificate

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills

Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children; Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts; 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

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; 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

Child care centre; Before and after school programs

Security and Safety

Bondable; Medical exam; Immunization records; Tuberculosis test; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance; Vulnerable sector check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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

Ability to Supervise

1 to 2 people

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Interpersonal awareness; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability; Punctuality

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

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; 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