early childhood educator (ECE)

kcs Association; Town of Sylvan Lake; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in child care is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This role focuses on fostering the physical, cognitive, and emotional growth of children through creative programs and activities. Candidates will work closely with early childhood educators to implement engaging activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. If you are passionate about early childhood development and enjoy working collaboratively, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in children's lives while enjoying supportive workplace benefits.

Benefits

Free parking available

On-site daycare available

Qualifications

• Experience in child development and early childhood education is essential.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations and safety checks required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement programs for children's development.
• Assist educators in maintaining records and engaging children.

Skills

Child development

Creative expression

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Job description

Overview

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.

Work site environment

• Noisy
  
  

Work setting

• Child care centre
• Day care centre or nursery school
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• 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
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• 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
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
• 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
  
  

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Children
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Child welfare check
• Vulnerable sector check
  
  

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Manual dexterity
  
  

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Creativity
• Ability to multitask
  
  

Benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site daycare available