Early childhood educator (E.C.E.)

EVERGREEN DAYCARE CENTRE INC. based in Markham, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Early childhood educator (E.C.E.) who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Term or contract or Part time leading to full time job. The shift timings include Day, Shift, To be determined and Morning.

Employer Name: EVERGREEN DAYCARE CENTRE INC.
Position: Early childhood educator (E.C.E.)
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $18.00 to $20.00 hourly (to be negotiated) 25 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Term or contract, Part time leading to full time
Location: Markham, ON

Job Description

The candidate must bathe, diaper, and feed infants and toddlers.
The candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children.
The candidate will be expected to lead activities such as telling or reading stories, teaching songs, and taking children to local attractions.
The candidate will be expected to assist early childhood educators or supervisors in maintaining records.
The candidate will be expected to engage children in activities such as storytelling, song teaching, and craft preparation.
The candidate must provide opportunities for creative expression through art, dramatic play, music, and physical activity.
The candidate must guide and assist children in developing proper eating, dressing, and toilet habits.
The candidate must prepare snacks and set up rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods.
The candidate will be expected to observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and to prepare reports for parents, guardians, or supervisors.
The candidate must be familiar with the Day Nurseries Act.
The candidate must be knowledgeable about licencing regulations.
The candidate will be required to develop behavioural guidelines.
The candidate will be expected to assess children’s abilities, interests, and needs and to discuss progress and problems with parents and other staff members.
The candidate will be required to attend staff meetings to discuss children’s progress and problems.
The candidate must develop and maintain collaborative relationships with coworkers and community service providers who work with children.
The candidate will be expected to plan and maintain an environment that protects children’s health, safety, and well-being.
The candidate will be expected to plan and organise activities for school-age children in child-care programmes before and after regular school hours.
The candidate must supervise and coordinate the activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants.

Job Requirements

The candidate should be fluent in English language.
The candidate must have a College/CEGEP diploma.
The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
The candidate must be able to supervise 5 to 10 people.
The candidate must have Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR, be a member of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE), have an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate, a First Aid Certificate, and a CPR Certificate.
The candidate must be punctual.
The candidate should be dependable.
The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
The candidate should be flexible.
The candidate must be interpersonally aware.
The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
The candidate should be reliable.
The candidate should be a good team player.
The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.

Work site environment

The work environment is smoke-free and air-conditioned.

Work setting

The candidate will be required to work in a child care centre, day care centre, or nursery school.
The candidate will be required to work in an urban area.

Additional information

Security and safety

The candidate should undergo a thorough Child Abuse Registry check, Medical exam, Tuberculosis test, and Vulnerable Sector check.
The candidate must have proof of immunisation.

Transportation/travel information

The candidate must have their own transportation.
The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
The candidate must be willing to work long hours in bending, crouching, and kneeling positions.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

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