Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) Job Description

Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Early Childhood Assistant (ECA) to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensuring the safety and well-being of the children within the centre;
  • Assisting wherever needed with staffing, ratios and other general cleaning of centre equipment;
  • Assisting in the implementation of age appropriate programs to enhance the children’s development in the different areas of learning;
  • Effective problem solving strategies with conflict and resolution styles while providing supervision and guidance to the children;
  • Nurturing working relationships with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds in our centre;
  • Any experience in working with children with special needs is an asset.

Requirements:

  • Updated required immunizations including a 2-step TB test;
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Some knowledge of child development;
  • Current clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check;
  • Strong organizational skills, self-control, tact and sound judgment;
  • Current First Aid and CPR training – Level C.