early childhood education worker

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

First Aid Certificate

Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate

CPR Certificate

Children’s Ages

5 years

3 years

4 years

Additional Skills

Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Physically demanding

Attention to detail

Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Team player

Reliability

Early Childhood Educators Specific Skills

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

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