Early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

Our Lady Queen of Peace Montessori School

Ottawa

On-site

CAD 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Free parking available

On-site amenities

Team building opportunities

Parking available

Job summary

Our Lady Queen of Peace Montessori School in Ottawa, ON seeks a dedicated childcare professional to support infants and toddlers. The role involves hands-on care, developmental activities, and close collaboration with early childhood educators to promote physical, cognitive, emotional and social growth.

Responsibilities include leading activities, maintaining records, and guiding basic daily routines. On-site work is required with a focus on a safe, nurturing environment consistent with

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers.
Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote development.
Assist educators in carrying out programs promoting development.
Lead activities by reading stories, teaching songs, and organizing outings.
Assist educators in keeping records.
Encourage creativity through art, dramatic play, music and activity.
Guide eating, dressing and toilet habits development.
Prepare snacks and arrange rooms for lunch/rest periods.
Observe children and report concerns to staff.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Punctuality

Dependability

Team player

Flexibility

Judgement

Reliability

Attention to detail

Education

ECE Certificate

CECE membership

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

OVERVIEW

LANGUAGES

English

EDUCATION

College/CEGEP

EXPERIENCE

No experience (will train)

ON SITE

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

WORK SITE ENVIRONMENT

Non-smoking
Air conditioned

WORK SETTING

Child care centre
Urban area
Nursery school
Before and after school programs
Day care centre or nursery school

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
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
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
Knowledge of licensing regulations
Establish guidelines for behaviour
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