About this role
Education: College/CEGEP. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Child care centre. Before and after school programs. Tasks: Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children. Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records. Encourage children 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. Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings. Knowledge of licensing regulations. 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. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Child development assistant (ECE level 1). Child development worker (ECE level 2). First Aid Certificate. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Vulnerable sector check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Punctuality. Dependability. Efficient interpersonal skills. Judgement. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Screening questions: Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year. Employment terms options: Day.