Early Childhood Educator (Ece)

Work setting

• Child care centre
• Before and after school programs

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
• 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
• Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• 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

Additional information

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Ability to multitask
• Creativity

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site daycare available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Wellness program