early childhood educator (ECE)

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience: Experience an asset

Work setting

Rural area

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

Encourage children 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

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

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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Child development worker (ECE level 2)

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Repetitive tasks

Attention to detail

Personal suitability

Punctuality

Dependability

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Creativity

Work Term: Permanent

Work Language: English

Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week