Early Childhood Assistant

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work site environment: Non-smoking. Work setting: Child care centre. Tasks: Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties . Maintain daycare equipment. Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children. Order supplies and equipment. Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records. 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. Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods. Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors. Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings. Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses�: Child development assistant (ECE level 1). First Aid Certificate. Target audience: Children. Security and safety: Criminal record check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Personal suitability: Dependability. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Creativity. Honesty. Ability to multitask. Employment terms options: Early morning. Evening. Morning. Experience: No experience (will train). Employment terms options: Day. Support for youths: Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.