Overview

Languages

English

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

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
- Maintain daycare equipment
- 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
- 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
- Knowledge of licensing regulations




- 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Emergency child care first aid and CPR
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

- Children

Additional information

Personal suitability

- Punctuality
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Interpersonal awareness
- Reliability
- Team player
- Values and ethics
- Creativity
- Honesty
- Ability to multitask

Benefits

Other benefits

- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

📌 early childhood educator (ECE) (Squamish)
🏢 Balsam Montessori Academy
📍 Squamish