Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work site environment
Non-smoking
Work setting
Child care centre
Responsibilities
Tasks
Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
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
Maintain daycare equipment
Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents
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
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
Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
Plan and maintain an workplace that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
Additional information
Security and safety
Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Personal suitability
Effective interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics
Creativity
Honesty
Ability to multitask