early childhood educator (ECE) assistant

Overview Languages English Education College/CEGEP Experience Experience an asset On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Before and after school programs Responsibilities Tasks Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs. Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Maintain daycare equipment Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children Order supplies and equipment 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 Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings Knowledge of licensing regulations Establish guidelines for behaviour 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 Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants