early childhood educator (ECE)

RAINBOW DAYCARE & OSC; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local child care institution in Division No. 11, Edmonton, is seeking a dedicated child care worker to develop and implement care programs that support children's development. Candidates should have an Early Childhood Education Certificate and relevant experience in maintaining a safe and stimulating environment for children. Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with staff are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in child care.
• Ability to implement and maintain a safe environment for children.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs.
• Maintain daycare equipment and facilities.
• Lead activities that promote children's creativity and development.
• Assist in keeping records of children's progress.

Skills

Child care program development

Collaboration with staff

Effective communication

Creativity in activities

Attention to detail

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

College / CEGEP or equivalent experience

Job description

Education

• College / CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Child care centre
• Day care centre or nursery school

Tasks

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Maintain daycare equipment
• 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
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Medical exam

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

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

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 40 hours per week