registered early childhood educator (RECE)

YMCA of Southwestern Ontario; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in child care is seeking dedicated individuals to nurture and support young children in their early development. This role involves engaging with infants and toddlers through creative activities, ensuring their safety and well-being, and fostering a collaborative environment with fellow caregivers. Ideal candidates will have a passion for early childhood education and the ability to create enriching experiences that promote physical, cognitive, and emotional growth. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and ready to make a difference in children's lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) required.
• Experience in child care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Bathe, diaper, and feed infants and toddlers.
• Develop and implement child-care programs for children's development.
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioral problems.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Flexibility

Creativity

Ability to multitask

Education

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

First Aid Certificate

CPR Certificate

Immunization records

Job description

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

Work setting: Child care centre

Tasks

• Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
• Develop and implement child-care programs that support and 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
• 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
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE)
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• CPR Certificate

Security and safety

• Immunization records
• Vulnerable sector check

Transportation / travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics
• Creativity
• Ability to multitask