early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

OneSky Community Resources; Penticton; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in child care is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team. This role involves nurturing and guiding young children in a daycare setting, focusing on their physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Responsibilities include engaging children in educational activities, maintaining a safe environment, and collaborating with early childhood educators. The position requires relevant certifications and offers a supportive work environment with health benefits. If you are passionate about early childhood education and making a difference in children's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Must have Child Development Assistant (ECE level 1) certification.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in promoting the physical and emotional development of children.
• Engage children in activities like storytelling and crafts.
• Maintain daycare equipment and prepare snacks.

Skills

Child Development

First Aid

CPR

Education

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Other trades certificate or diploma

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma
• Early childhood education and teaching
  
  

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
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• 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
• 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
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
  
  

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits