early childhood educator (ECE)

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

Job summary

A leading government agency in Halifax seeks a dedicated Child Care Provider to foster children’s development through tailored programs. The ideal candidate will hold relevant ECE certifications and have 3-5 years of experience in a child care setting. Responsibilities include assessing child development, maintaining hygiene standards, and encouraging creative expression. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, on-site daycare, and competitive financial packages. This role requires working on-site and a commitment to the well-being of children.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years experience in child care.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations for daycare.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development and prepare tailored learning plans.
• Develop and implement child-care programs for children's growth.
• Maintain daycare equipment and oversee proper hygiene.

Skills

Dependability

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)

Child development worker (ECE level 2)

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On Site

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

Work Site Environment

• Outdoors
• Noisy
• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Work Setting

• Child care centre
• Before and after school programs

Responsibilities & Tasks

• 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
• Maintain daycare equipment
• 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
• 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
• 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

Supervision

• 5-10 people

Credentials, Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
• Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)
• Child development worker (ECE level 2)
• Emergency child care first aid and CPR
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Target Audience – Experience and Specialization

• Children

Additional Information – Security and Safety

• Criminal record check
• Child Abuse Registry check
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation / Travel Information

• Own transportation
• Own vehicle

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Manual dexterity

Personal Suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Creativity
• Honesty
• Ability to multitask

Benefits – Health

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial Benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Pension plan

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• On-site daycare available
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available