early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Government of Canada; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a Child Development Assistant to work in a child care centre. This role involves supporting children's development through play and educational activities while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. The position requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multitask, with opportunities for training provided.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Qualifications

• Must have Child Development Assistant (ECE level 1) certification.
• First Aid Certificate is essential.
• College diploma or certificate in relevant field required.

Responsibilities

• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties.
• Develop child-care programs supporting children's development.
• Engage children in activities like storytelling and crafts.

Skills

Punctuality

Dependability

Interpersonal awareness

Excellent oral communication

Team player

Education

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

First Aid Certificate

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

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

Will train

On site

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

Work site environment

• Non-smoking
• Air conditioned

Work setting

• Child care centre
• Urban area

Responsibilities Tasks

• Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• 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
• 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
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Manual dexterity

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Creativity
• Honesty
• Ability to multitask

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)