early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Government of Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Educator to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will develop and implement engaging child-care programs that foster the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social growth of children. You will lead activities that encourage creativity through art, music, and play while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. This position requires excellent communication skills, reliability, and a strong commitment to child development. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in children's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have an ECE Certificate for child care roles.
• Experience in child care settings is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement child-care programs for children's development.
• Lead activities and assist children in expressing creativity.
• Order supplies and maintain records.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

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
• Day care centre or nursery school

Responsibilities 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
• Order supplies and equipment
• 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
• Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• Establish guidelines for behaviour

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Additional information Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics