early childhood educator (ECE)

TPC Childcare Society; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in childcare seeks passionate individuals to nurture and develop young minds. This role involves assessing children's development, creating engaging learning plans, and fostering creativity through various activities. Ideal candidates will have a background in child development and first aid, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration and community, making a meaningful impact on children's lives every day. If you are enthusiastic about early childhood education and want to contribute to a child's growth, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and ability to assess children's needs.
• Certificates in first aid and child development are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development and prepare tailored learning plans.
• Engage children in creative activities and maintain their well-being.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Creativity

Housekeeping skills

Cooking skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)

Emergency child care first aid and CPR

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Experience an asset

Work Setting

• Child care centre

Tasks

• Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to their needs.
• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties.
• Bathe, diaper, and feed infants and toddlers.
• Storytelling.
• Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents.
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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

• Child development assistant (ECE level 1).
• Child development supervisor (ECE level 3).
• Emergency child care first aid and CPR.
• First Aid Certificate.
• CPR Certificate.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.