Early childhood educator (ECE)

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Non-smoking. Air conditioned. Work setting: Child care centre. Tasks: Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.. Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties . Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers. Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children. Maintain daycare equipment. Storytelling. Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents. Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest. Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity. Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts. Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits. Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods. 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. Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings. Knowledge of licensing regulations. Establish guidelines for behaviour. Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children. 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. Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Child development supervisor (ECE level 3). Child development worker (ECE level 2). Emergency child care first aid and CPR. Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate. First Aid Certificate. CPR Certificate. Target audience: Children. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Flexibility. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Honesty. Ability to multitask. Employment terms options: Shift. Flexible hours. Experience: Experience an asset. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Other benefits: Free parking available. On-site daycare available.