Overview
Languages
English
Education
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College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
Work setting
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Child care centre
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Urban area
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Kindergarten
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Before and after school programs
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Day care centre or nursery school
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
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Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
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Order supplies and equipment
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Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
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Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
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Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
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Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
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Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties
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Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
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Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
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Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
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Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members
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Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
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Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
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Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
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Emergency child care first aid and CPR
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Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
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First Aid Certificate
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CPR Certificate
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
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Public transportation is available
Personal suitability
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Punctuality
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Efficient interpersonal skills
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Excellent oral communication
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Flexibility
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Judgement
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Reliability
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Team player
Benefits
Health benefits
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Dental plan
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Health care plan
Other benefits
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Free parking available
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Learning/training paid by employer
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On-site daycare available
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Team building opportunities
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Parking available
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Wellness program
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.