early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Government of Canada; Penticton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada seeks a Child Care Assistant to provide care for infants and toddlers in a daycare setting. The role requires a range of responsibilities including engaging with children, preparing snacks, and assisting educators, with a focus on promoting the development of young children. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and training, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is an asset.
• Certified with ECE level 1.

Responsibilities

• Bathe, diaper, and feed infants and toddlers.
• Assist early childhood educators in programs promoting child development.
• Engage children in activities such as storytelling and crafts.

Skills

Knowledge of licensing regulations

Engagement

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

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