Early childhood educator (ECE) assistant Job

Overview
Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years

Vacancy
1

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting
Child care centre

Responsibilities
Tasks
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
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
Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

Experience and specialization
Target audience
Children

Area of specialization
Pre-school education

Additional information
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Judgement
Reliability
Team player

Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees
Support for youths
Support for Indigenous people
Supports for visible minorities