early childhood education worker

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

First Aid Certificate

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

CPR Certificate

Child development supervisor (ECE level 3)

Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

Child development worker (ECE level 2)

Work Setting

Child care centre

Security and Safety

Medical exam

Immunization records

Tuberculosis test

Criminal record check

Vulnerable sector check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Bending, crouching, kneeling

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Interpersonal awareness

Dependability

Judgement

Values and ethics

Reliability

Punctuality

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

Knowledge of licensing regulations

Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children

Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest

provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity

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

Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children

Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members

Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children