early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Jackson Heights Stars Daycare; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading daycare center in Edmonton is seeking an Early Childhood Educator ECE Assistant. This permanent role involves assisting children’s development through storytelling and creative activities, ensuring a safe and healthy environment, and maintaining records. Ideal for candidates with relevant education and a passion for early childhood education.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in early childhood education.
• Basic security clearance required.
• Ability to engage children in educational activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist early childhood educators in promoting children's development.
• Guide children in developing proper habits.
• Plan and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Interpersonal awareness

Team player

Punctuality

Flexibility

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Job description

• Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Experience : 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

• Urban area
• Day care centre or nursery school

Tasks

• Storytelling
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• 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
• 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
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
• Children

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Work Term : Permanent
• Hours : 35 to 40 hours per week

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Early Childhood Educator Ece Assistant • Edmonton, AB, CA