Early childhood educator (ECE)
Kepler Academy Early Learning and Childcare Inc. St. Albert, Alberta
Permanent
Full time
As soon as possible
Description
- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 30 hours per week
- Education: College/CEGEP
- Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
- or equivalent experience
Work site environment- Noisy
- Air conditioned
Tasks- Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
- 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
- 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
- Knowledge of licensing regulations
- Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members
- 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
- Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours
Supervision- 5-10 people
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses - Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
- Emergency child care first aid and CPR
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
- CPR Certificate
Target audience- Children
Area of specialization- Pre-school education
Security and safety- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check
- Immunization records
- Vulnerable sector check
Transportation/travel information- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
- Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
- Combination of sitting, standing, walking
- Bending, crouching, kneeling
Personal suitability- Punctuality
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Reliability
- Team player
- Values and ethics
- Creativity
- Honesty
- Ability to multitask
Screening questions- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Health benefits- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Other benefits- Learning/training paid by employer
- On-site daycare available
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Parking available
- Travel insurance
Salary: $19.00 hourly
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