Languages

English

Education

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

Experience with Special Needs Children

Children with Down syndrome

Credentials

First Aid Certificate; Early Childhood Education Assistant 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; Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Children's Ages

Up to 12 years

Additional Skills

Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records; Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children

Work Setting

Child care centre

Security and Safety

Criminal record check; Vulnerable sector check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling

Ability to Supervise

1 to 2 people

Personal Suitability

Team player; 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