Overview

Languages

English

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

On site

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

Work setting

- Child care centre
- Urban area

Responsibilities

Tasks

- Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
- Maintain daycare equipment
- Storytelling
- Order supplies and equipment
- 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
- Knowledge of licensing regulations
- Establish guidelines for behaviour




- Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
- Plan and maintain an workplace that protects the health, security and well-being of children
- Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
- Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Supervision

- 3-4 people

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

- Child development worker (ECE level 2)
- First Aid Certificate
- CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

- Children

Area of specialization

- Pre-school education

Additional information

Personal suitability

- Punctuality
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Reliability
- Team player
- Values and ethics
- Honesty
- Ability to multitask

📌 daycare coordinator (Calgary)
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