early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

Kids and Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent child care provider in Toronto seeks passionate Early Childhood Educators to develop and implement child-care programs, guide activities, and support children's development. Ideal candidates will have relevant certificates and a strong commitment to promoting health and safety in child care. This role involves collaboration with co-workers and community services, ensuring a nurturing environment for children.

Qualifications

• Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE).
• Dependability and efficient interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a childcare setting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs for children's development.
• Lead activities such as storytelling and local excursions.
• Guide children in proper eating and dressing habits.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Observation skills

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

Education

• College / CEGEP

Work setting

• Child care centre

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
• 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
• Establish guidelines for behaviour
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Screening questions

• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• Experience an asset

• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 40 hours per week