Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Credentials

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills

Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers; 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

Experience

Experience an asset

Children's Ages

Up to 12 years

Work Setting

Child care centre

Security and Safety

Child abuse registry check; Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/Travel Information

Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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

Ability to Supervise

5-10 people

Work Location Information

Urban area

Personal Suitability

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

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Establish guidelines for behaviour; 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; 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