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All Educators are responsible for delivering early learning and child care services in alignment with the Centres philosophy. They carry out developmentally appropriate programming for all children in the Centre. Early Childhood Educators need to be flexible to meet the needs of the children in our care. They are responsible to the Director.
Duties and Responsibilities:
To follow Centre operational policies and procedures as specified in the Staff Policy Manual
To learn to use and utilize the HiMama communication app daily on the center provided tablets. (E.g., Child Reports, Learning Experiences/photos, Calendars, Messages, etc.)
Ensure the well-being and safety of children enrolled in the Centre
Implement inclusive practices and programming to ensure all children participate in the child care program
Plan and implement programming appropriate to the developmental level of
children which embraces the vision and principles of Play Exploration: Early
Learning and Program Guide
Assist children with all necessary care routines (e.g., diapering, toileting,
hygiene, etc.) balancing the development of independence with the childs need
for assistance
Assist in preparing and cleaning up from meals and snacks when needed.
Assist with making & serving snacks and meals as needed.
Clean toys, floors, and other items according to the cleaning schedule.
Assist in daily/weekly laundry at the centre
Communicate verbally and collaborate with families, colleagues, Director, and the community to support high quality child care
Accept direction and constructive criticism from the Director and co-workers with an open and positive attitude
Complete time-sheet daily
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Continuous learning
Children'S Ages
- 5 years
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
Transportation/Travel Information
- Willing to travel
- Willing to travel regularly
- Travel expenses not paid by employer
- Public transportation is not available
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
- Food Safe Certificate
Additional Skills
- Maintain day care supplies and equipment
- Assist in housekeeping duties
Work Setting
- Day-care centre
- Child care centre
- Before and after school programs
- Multicultural setting
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)