Early Childhood Assistant

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: Experience an asset
**Work setting**:

- Child care centre
- Rural area
- Before and after school programs
**Tasks**:

- Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
- Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
- provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
- Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
- 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
**Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses**:

- First Aid Certificate
**Security and safety**:

- Criminal record check
- Vulnerable sector check
**Transportation/travel information**:

- Own transportation
**Personal suitability**:

- Punctuality
- Dependability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Reliability
- Team player
**Screening questions**:

- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
**Health benefits**:

- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
**Other benefits**:

- Free parking available
- On-site amenities
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- Work Term: Permanent
- Work Language: English
- Hours: 24 hours per week