Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

Work site environment

Non-smoking

Work setting

Child care centre Urban area Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

Storytelling Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties 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 Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of 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

Food allergy and anaphylaxis training Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate First Aid Certificate

Security and safety

Criminal record check Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Repetitive tasks Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Bending, crouching, kneeling Manual dexterity

Personal suitability

Punctuality Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Interpersonal awareness Judgement Reliability Team player Values and ethics