early childhood educator - preschool

Kidz Learnville Preschool; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading preschool in Whitehorse seeks an Early Childhood Educator to develop and implement programs fostering children's physical and emotional growth. Tasks include assessing development, engaging children in arts and crafts, and maintaining a safe environment. The candidate should hold relevant ECE certifications and have experience in child education.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of experience in early childhood education.
• Basic security clearance and criminal record check required.
• Immunization records and tuberculosis test needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess children's development and prepare tailored learning plans.
• Develop and implement child-care programs to promote children's development.
• Engage children in creative activities and prepare meals.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Flexibility

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

First Aid Certificate

Emergency child care first aid and CPR

Job description

• College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year

Tasks

• Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Storytelling
• Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
• Order supplies and equipment
• 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
• Establish guidelines for behaviour
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
• Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)
• Emergency child care first aid and CPR
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Immunization records
• Tuberculosis test
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Creativity
• Ability to multitask
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?
• What is your current field of study?
• What is your current level of study?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

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