early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

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

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a dedicated individual to assist early childhood educators in a preschool setting. The role involves promoting children's development through creative activities, maintaining records, and preparing snacks. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a team environment. This position requires on-site work with no remote options available.

Qualifications

• 1 to 2 years of experience in preschool education.

Responsibilities

• Assist early childhood educators in promoting children's development.
• Engage children in creative activities and prepare snacks.
• Observe children for learning or behavioral issues.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Team Player

Creativity

Multitasking

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On site

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

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• 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
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings

Experience and specialization Target audience

• Children

Area of specialization

• Pre-school education

Additional information Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Creativity
• Ability to multitask