early childhood education worker

Kidz Connect Daycare & OSC; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Kidz Connect Daycare & OSC is seeking a child care worker to develop programs that support children's development. The role involves leading activities, guiding children's habits, and maintaining safety. The ideal candidate has relevant educational qualifications and experience in child care, along with strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Education required: College, CEGEP or equivalent.
• Experience needed: 1-2 years in child care.
• Must have a First Aid Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs promoting development.
• Lead activities and encourage creativity in children.
• Observe children for learning or behavioral issues.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Tools

First Aid 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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