early childhood educator (ECE)

Government of Canada; Richmond; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada seeks an Early Childhood Educator to work on-site in Richmond. This role focuses on assessing and promoting children's development through structured programs. Candidates must hold an ECE Certificate and demonstrate creativity and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified with an ECE Certificate.
• Experience in child development preferred.
• Ability to maintain a safe and engaging environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development and prepare tailored learning plans.
• Develop and implement child-care programs to support children's growth.
• Guide and assist children with daily routines.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Observation

Collaboration

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Work setting

• Child care centre

Responsibilities Tasks

• Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Maintain daycare equipment
• Storytelling
• Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents
• 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
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• 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

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate