Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 hours per week
• Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
• Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

Work site environment

Air conditioned

Work setting

Day care centre or nursery school

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 Storytelling Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest 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 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 Knowledge of licensing regulations Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate First Aid Certificate CPR Certificate

Security and safety

Medical exam Immunization records Vulnerable sector check

Transportation/travel information

Own transportation Valid driver\'s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

Dependability Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Interpersonal awareness Judgement Reliability Team player Values and ethics

Screening questions

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? Are you willing to relocate for this position? Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location? Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Health benefits

Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits

Long term benefits

Group insurance benefits Life insurance Pension plan

Other benefits

Learning/training paid by employer Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)