early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

Government of Canada; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Longueuil is seeking a dedicated child care worker to develop programs that promote physical and emotional development in children. Key responsibilities include leading educational activities, preparing meals, and engaging children in creative play. Applicants should have relevant education, a First Aid Certificate, and experience working with infants and preschoolers. Benefits include health care and retirement savings plans, making it a rewarding opportunity.

Benefits

Health care plan

Maternity and parental benefits

Free parking available

On-site daycare available

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in child care.
• Specialization in pre-school education.
• Experience with children aged 3 months to 11 months.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs.
• Lead activities that support child development.
• Observe and report on children's progress.
• Administer first-aid as necessary.

Skills

Punctuality

Dependability

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Education

College/CEGEP in Early Childhood Education or equivalent experience

Tools

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

Overview

Languages

French

Education

• College/CEGEP
• or equivalent experience
• Early childhood education and teaching

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

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

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
• 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
• 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
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• 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
• Administer first-aid and other assistance

Credentials: Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization: Target audience

• Children
• Infant (3 months - 11 months)

Area of specialization

• Pre-school education

Additional information: Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Interpersonal awareness
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Honesty

Benefits: Health benefits

• Health care plan

Benefits: Financial benefits

• Piece work
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Benefits: Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Benefits: Other benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site amenities
• On-site daycare available
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Parking available