English
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience
1 year to less than 2 years
3-4 people
Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Combination of sitting, standing, walking, Bending, crouching, kneeling
Non-smoking
Punctuality, Excellent oral communication, Values and ethics, Reliability, Judgement, Flexibility
Storytelling, Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers, Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties, Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants, 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
Up to 12 years
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, Establish guidelines for behaviour, 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, Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers, Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts, Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
Day care centre or nursery school
Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
Only persons who are legally allowed to work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, do not apply as the employer will not consider your job application.