Early Childhood Assistant

Early Childhood Assistant

Posted on October 10, 2024 by Jackson Heights Stars Daycare
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Job Sector: Childcare & Caregiving
Term of Employment: Full-Time
Total Views: 224
Duration: 21 calendar days (16 business days)
Last Updated: 3 weeks ago
Job URL: https://newworkers.ca/jobs/alberta/edmonton/730306579/early-childhood-assistant/
Full-Time
Application end: Dec 21, 2024 Shortlist
Job Description

Tasks

  • Storytelling
  • Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
  • Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
  • Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
  • 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
  • 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
  • Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children

Experience and specialization

Target audience

  • Children

Additional information

Security and safety

  • Basic security clearance
  • Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

  • Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Repetitive tasks
  • Physically demanding
  • Attention to detail
  • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
  • Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal suitability

  • Punctuality
  • Excellent oral communication
  • Flexibility
  • Interpersonal awareness
  • Judgement
  • Reliability
  • Team player
  • Values and ethics