Job Description

Work Term: Permanent Work Language: English Hours: 60 to 80 hours per month Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years or equivalent experience

Work setting

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Child care centre Before and after school programs

Tasks

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Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Storytelling Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that 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 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 Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings Knowledge of licensing regulations 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

Supervision

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5-10 people

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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Child development assistant (ECE level 1) Child development supervisor (ECE level 3) Child development worker (ECE level 2) Member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate First Aid Certificate

Security and safety

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Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

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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?

Other benefits

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Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer On-site daycare available * Parking available