early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

Languages: English

Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
or equivalent experience

Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses:
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate, First Aid Certificate

Work setting: Child care centre

Personal suitability: Dependability, Reliability, Team player

Tasks: 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, Observe children for signs of potential
learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor, Assess
the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and
other staff members, 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