early childhood educator (ECE)

Little Harvard Early Learning Centre Inc.; Saint John; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early learning center is seeking a dedicated Child Care Educator to join their team in Saint John, Canada. You will create and implement developmentally appropriate programs for children while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will be creative, reliable, and possess relevant certifications such as First Aid and CPR. Experience in early childhood education is also preferred. Join a supportive environment that values collaboration and personal growth.

Qualifications

• First Aid and CPR Certificates required.
• Experience of 7 months to less than 1 year in child care.
• Availability for the advertised start date necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs that support children’s development.
• Lead educational activities and encourage creativity through various media.
• Observe children for behavioral and learning issues and maintain collaborative relationships.

Skills

Interpersonal awareness

Flexibility

Team player

Creativity

Punctuality

Ability to multitask

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma (1-2 years)

Job description

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

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
• 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
• 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

• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Creativity
• Ability to multitask
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year

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