Early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Storytelling
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Establish guidelines for behaviour
• 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)
• First Aid Certificate

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Team player
• Honesty
• Ability to multitask

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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