early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Government of Canada; Aurora; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated early childhood assistant to support the growth and development of children in a daycare setting. This role involves assessing children's development, preparing engaging learning plans, and encouraging creativity through various activities. The ideal candidate will work closely with educators and contribute to a nurturing environment that promotes physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development. If you are passionate about fostering children's growth and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health care plan

Qualifications

• Experience in assessing children's development and creating tailored learning plans.
• Ability to assist in housekeeping and cooking duties.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development to prepare tailored learning plans.
• Engage children in creative activities through storytelling and crafts.
• Observe children for potential learning or behavioral issues.

Skills

Child Development Assessment

Housekeeping Assistance

Storytelling

Creative Expression Encouragement

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

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

Work setting

• Day care centre or nursery school

Responsibilities Tasks

• Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
• Maintain daycare equipment
• 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
• Order supplies and equipment
• 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
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
• Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Benefits Health benefits

• Health care plan