Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 year
Experience: Will train

Work site environment

Non-smokingAir conditioned

Work setting

Child care centreUrban area

Tasks

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 childrenMaintain daycare equipmentAssist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of childrenAssist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping recordsEngage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing craftsGuide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habitsPrepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periodsSubmit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisorsAttend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of childrenPlan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)First Aid Certificate

Security and safety

Criminal record check

Transportation/travel information

Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Repetitive tasksPhysically demandingAttention to detailCombination of sitting, standing, walkingBending, crouching, kneelingManual dexterity

Personal suitability

PunctualityDependabilityEfficient interpersonal skillsExcellent oral communicationExcellent written communicationFlexibilityInterpersonal awarenessJudgementReliabilityTeam playerValues and ethicsCreativityHonestyAbility to multitask

Health benefits

Dental planHealth care planParamedical services coverageVision care benefits

Financial benefits

Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

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