early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

Government of Canada; Hagersville; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to foster the growth and development of children in a vibrant child care setting. In this role, you will create engaging programs that promote physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. You will work closely with children, guiding them through creative activities and ensuring their well-being. This position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on young lives. If you are passionate about nurturing and educating children, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free parking available

On-site daycare available

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Completion of a 1-2 year college program in Early Childhood Education.
• Certificates in First Aid and CPR are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support children's development.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of early childhood educators and assistants.
• Engage children in creative activities and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Punctuality

Dependability

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Reliability

Team Player

Creativity

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

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

Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Noisy
• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Child care centre
• Urban area
• Before and after school programs

Responsibilities Tasks

• Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
• 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
• 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
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
• 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
• Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Children

Additional information Security and safety

• Immunization records
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

• Own transportation

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Creativity
• Honesty
• Ability to multitask

Benefits Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site daycare available
• Parking available
• Wellness program