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Martensville Lutheran Early Learning Centers Inc. is looking for an energetic Early Childhood Educator to join our team. We are looking for someone to work closely with other staff, the children and their families. The successful applicant will collaboratively work with the Director and other Educators to provide a safe environment wherein each child may develop to his/her potential; spiritually, physically, emotionally, intellectually, socially and creatively.
Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Education Certification (or equivalent post secondary education).
- Certification in Standard First Aid and CPR-C, Criminal Record Check, and a vulnerable sector check
- A sound theoretical and practical understanding of normal child development.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work with children in a group setting.
- Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with other Educators.
- A knowledge and understanding of the Play and Exploration Curriculum
Responsibilities:
- Prepare the environment for children to learn through active exploration and interaction with adults, other children, and materials. Extend childrens learning by asking questions or making suggestions that stimulate their thinking and in keeping with the Play and Exploration Curriculum.
- Provide active and safe supervision of all children.
- Facilitate the development of self esteem by expressing respect, acceptance and comfort for all children regardless of their behavior.
- Welcome parents, and encourage a conversation about the child's day.
- Daily cleaning responsibilities.
- Keep informed of current research and development in the child care profession.
- Contribute thought and effort to improve the Center.
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Continuous learning
Children'S Ages
- 3 years
- 4 years
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Diploma or Degree
- WHMIS Certificate
Early Childhood Education Skills
- Provide opportunity for creative expression through the mediums of art, dramatic play and music
- Provide supervision and guidance of daily activities, field trips and special activities
- Assess the developmental level of children
- Knowledge of licensing regulations
Additional Skills
- Maintain day care supplies and equipment
- Assist in housekeeping duties
Early Childhood Educator Assistant Skills
- Prepare craft materials and assist children to use them
- Observe children and report on observations to supervisor
- Guide children in development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
- Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
- Conduct and monitor activity programs designed for young children
- Arrange transition periods such as lunch and rest for children
Work Setting
- Day-care centre
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Child abuse registry check
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