early childhood educator (ECE)

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years Work setting Day care centre or nursery school Tasks Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Storytelling 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 Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor Work conditions and physical capabilities Physically demanding Attention to detail Combination of sitting, standing, walking Personal suitability Punctuality Dependability Efficient interpersonal skills Reliability Team player Values and ethics Creativity Honesty Employment terms options Early morning Employment terms options Morning Day Support for youths Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Work Term: Permanent Work Language: French Hours: 40 hours per week