early childhood educator (ECE)

Government of Canada; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization is seeking an individual to develop and implement child-care programs that foster children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development in Langley, Canada. The role involves leading activities, encouraging creativity, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates should have a secondary school graduation certificate or equivalent experience, and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Please note, this position requires on-site work only.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs for children's development.
• Lead activities like storytelling and teaching songs.
• Encourage creativity through art and physical activity.
• Guide children in establishing proper habits.
• Observe for signs of learning or behavioral issues.
• Establish collaborative relationships with co-workers.
• Plan and maintain a safe environment for children.

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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