early childhood educator (ECE)

East Preston Daycare; East Preston; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading daycare in East Preston is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to develop tailored learning plans and engage children in creative activities. The role involves supporting children's physical, cognitive, and emotional development while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Candidates must hold an ECE Certificate and First Aid Certificate, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and families.

Benefits

Free parking available

Team building opportunities

Disability benefits

Paramedical services coverage

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Mileage paid

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Must have ECE Certificate and First Aid Certificate.
• Experience in early childhood education is required.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs to support children's development.
• Engage children in activities like storytelling and crafts.
• Observe children for signs of learning or behavioral problems.

Skills

Creativity

Reliability

Flexibility

Team player

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

First Aid Certificate

Job description

• Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Security and safety

• Child Abuse Registry check
• Vulnerable sector check

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Creativity
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• Disability benefits
• Paramedical services coverage
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Pension plan

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities

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Early Childhood Educator Ece • East Preston, NS, CA