- 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 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.
- Plan and maintain an environment 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
- Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children

Requirements/Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Diploma or related course
- Criminal record check - Vulnerable sector

📌 Early Childhood Educator (NOC 42202) (Ottawa)
🏢 Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce
📍 Ottawa