early childhood educator (ECE)

Education

• College / CEGEP
• Montessori teacher education
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

• Child care centre

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
• Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
• Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
• Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
• Establish guidelines for behaviour
• 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
• Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Supervision

• 3-4 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)
• First Aid Certificate
• Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Vulnerable sector check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years
• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 30 to 40 hours per week