early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Government of Canada; Lumby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government organization is seeking a dedicated childcare assistant to support early childhood educators and ensure a safe, nurturing environment for children. The role involves engaging children in creative activities, assisting with daily care tasks, and maintaining a collaborative atmosphere with co-workers. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and a passion for child development.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site daycare available

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Team building opportunities

Variable or compressed work week

Qualifications

• Experience in childcare is an asset.
• Must complete a criminal record check.

Responsibilities

• Assist in housekeeping and cooking duties.
• Engage children in activities and promote their development.
• Supervise and care for children.

Skills

Attention to detail

Creativity

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

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

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Responsibilities Tasks

• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
• Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
• Maintain daycare equipment
• 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
• Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
• Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
• 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
• Supervise and care for children

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Children

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site daycare available
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Variable or compressed work week