Job Description/Duties:
Develop and implement child-care programs that support and 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.
Provide prospects 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.
Plan and maintain an workplace that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members
Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
Establish and maintain team-oriented relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
May supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants.
Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
Maintain daycare equipment
Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
Requirements/Qualifications:
Early Childhood Diploma or related course
Criminal record check - Vulnerable sector
Medical Certificate
Immunization records
Tuberculosis test
First Aid Certificate
CPR Certificate