Languages

Bilingual

Education

College/CEGEP

Credentials

First Aid Certificate; CPR Certificate

Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills

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

2 years to less than 3 years

Children's Ages

Newborn to Newborn (including expecting mother); Up to 12 years

Additional Skills

Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers; Order supplies and equipment

Security and Safety

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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

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; Dependability; Judgement; Values and ethics; Reliability

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act; 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; Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children; Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children