2 vacancies

Responsibilities

Tasks

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
Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that 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
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
Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
Child development worker (ECE level 2)
Emergency child care first aid and CPR
Food allergy and anaphylaxis training
Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
First Aid Certificate
Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate
CPR Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

Criminal record check
Child Abuse Registry check
Immunization records
Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

Punctuality
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Interpersonal awareness
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan
Health care plan
Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Group insurance benefits
Life insurance

Other benefits

Free parking available
On-site amenities
Other benefits
Team building opportunities
Parking available

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