early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Job Bank; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated early childhood educator (ECE) assistant to support the development and well-being of children. This full-time position offers hands-on experience in a child care center, where you'll assist in daily activities, promote creativity, and ensure a safe environment. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and relevant certifications, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork. Join a nurturing team that values ethics and collaboration, making a meaningful impact on children's lives. This role is perfect for those passionate about early childhood education and eager to foster a positive learning atmosphere.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Knowledge of licensing regulations and child development.
• First Aid Certificate and Child development assistant (ECE level 1) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in housekeeping and cooking duties for children.
• Engage children in creative activities and promote their development.
• Observe and report on children's progress and behavior.

Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Values and ethics

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

• Salary 21.25 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source Job Bank #3301252

Overview

Languages

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

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
• 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

• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Other benefits

• Free parking available

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-06-06

Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.

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