early childhood education worker

Kidz Connect Daycare & OSC; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare center in Edmonton is seeking a dedicated childcare worker to develop and implement programs that support children's development. The ideal candidate will have experience in child care, possess a First Aid Certificate, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. This permanent position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in child care.
• First Aid Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs.
• Guide children in proper habits and observe for learning issues.
• Establish collaborative relationships with co-workers.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Team Player

Education

College or CEGEP Certificate

Job description

• Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Child care centre

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
• 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

• First Aid Certificate

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Work Term : Permanent

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