- College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Work setting
- Child care centre
- Day care centre or nursery school
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
- Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
- 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
- Knowledge of licensing regulations
- Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
- Punctuality
- Flexibility
- Reliability
- Team player
- Values and ethics
Experience
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