Languages

English

Education

College/CEGEP

Credentials

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

Children's Ages

5 years; 3 years; 4 years

Additional Skills

Order supplies and equipment; Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children

Work Setting

Nursery school; Child care centre

Security and Safety

Child welfare check; Criminal record check; Basic security clearance; Vulnerable sector check

Work Site Environment

Noisy; Non-smoking

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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

Personal Suitability

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

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

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