early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Government of Canada; Victoria; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in child care is seeking a dedicated Child Development Assistant. This role involves supporting early childhood educators and ensuring a nurturing environment for children. Responsibilities include assisting with daily tasks, engaging children in creative activities, and maintaining a safe and healthy space. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, a team-oriented mindset, and a commitment to child development. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children's lives while working in a collaborative and supportive setting.

Benefits

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Must have a high school graduation certificate and ECE level 1 certification.
• First Aid certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in housekeeping and cooking duties at the child care centre.
• Engage children in creative activities and promote their development.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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

• 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
• 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
• Knowledge of licensing regulations
• 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
• Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Immunization records

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available