early childhood educator (ECE)

Bright Stars Daycare; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading daycare in Whitehorse is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to develop and implement child-care programs. The role involves engaging children in various activities, ensuring their developmental needs are met, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and have experience working with children, including those with special needs.

Benefits

Group insurance benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in child care.
• Required certifications in ECE and First Aid.
• Experience with special needs children is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Bathe, diaper, and feed infants and toddlers.
• Develop child-care programs promoting development.
• Observe children for learning or behavioral issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Team player

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

• 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
• Storytelling
• 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
• 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
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Experience with special needs children

• Children with a mental health disability
• Children with an intellectual disability
• Children with behavioural issues
• Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder (ADD)

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Medical exam
• Immunization records
• Tuberculosis test
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?
• What is your current level of study?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years
• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available

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Early Childhood Educator Ece • Whitehorse, YT, CA