Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
or equivalent experience
WORK SITE WORKPLACE Non-smoking
WORK SETTING Urban area
Kindergarten
TASKS Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Storytelling
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
Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
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
Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
Knowledge of licensing regulations
Establish guidelines for behaviour
Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
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
Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants
CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)
Child development worker (ECE level 2)
Emergency child care first aid and CPR
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
First Aid Certificate
EXPERIENCE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN Children with allergies
AREA OF SPECIALIZATION Pre-school education
SECURITY AND SAFETY Criminal record check
Vulnerable sector check
TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION Own transportation
Public transportation is available
WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Bending, crouching, kneeling
PERSONAL SUITABILITY Punctuality
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Interpersonal awareness
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics
SCREENING QUESTIONS Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
Do you have experience working in this field?
Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?
EMPLOYMENT TERMS OPTIONS Morning
Day
HEALTH BENEFITS Dental plan
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
FINANCIAL BENEFITS Group insurance benefits
OTHER BENEFITS Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
On-site daycare available
Team building opportunities
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📌 Early childhood educator - preschool (Alberta)
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