early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

North Shore Child Care Centre; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading child care center is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to create supportive programs that aid in the children's physical, cognitive, and social development. Responsibilities include supervising educational activities, maintaining a safe environment, and fostering creativity in children through various media. Ideal candidates will hold relevant certifications and exhibit strong observational and leadership skills.

Benefits

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Must have ECE and First Aid Certifications.
• Criminal record check required.
• Experience in child supervision and educational programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs.
• Observe children for behavioral issues and report to parents.
• Supervise and coordinate activities of early childhood educators.

Skills

Creativity

Leadership

Observation

Communication

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Job description

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Storytelling
• 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
• 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
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• 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
• Escort groups on outdoor sport and recreational trips

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Life insurance
• Work Term : Permanent

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