early childhood educator (ECE)

Oxford Learning Centre; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational center in Lethbridge is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to develop and implement child-care programs that support children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. The role involves leading activities, observing children, and collaborating with co-workers and community service providers. Candidates should possess an ECE Certificate and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to multitask.

Qualifications

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate required.
• Experience of 1 to less than 7 months preferred.
• Knowledge of licensing regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs for children's development.
• Lead activities like storytelling and teaching songs.
• Observe children for signs of learning or behavioral problems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Flexibility

Ability to multitask

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate
• Children

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Team player
• Creativity
• Ability to multitask

Experience

• 1 to less than 7 months

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