early childhood educator (ECE)

Government of Canada - Central; Brampton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government organization is seeking an Early Childhood Educator in Brampton. The role involves developing child-care programs, supervising staff, and engaging children in activities. Candidates should have a college diploma in Early Childhood Education and relevant experience. This position requires physical presence at the child care centre and offers benefits such as free parking.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of college, CEGEP or other non-university certificate.
• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience.
• Ability to engage children in activities and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers.
• Develop and implement child-care programs.
• Supervise staff and assist educators.

Skills

Child development

Supervision

Communication

Education

College diploma in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Child care centre

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
• Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
• 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
• 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
• 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

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Benefits Other benefits

• Free parking available