Child Care Worker Daycare

Overview

Languages
English
Education
~ Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Work setting
Child care centre
Urban area
Responsibilities
Tasks
Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
Maintain daycare equipment
Storytelling
Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that 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
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
Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
Knowledge of licensing regulations
Establish guidelines for behaviour
Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
Child development worker (ECE level 2)
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
First Aid Certificate
CPR Certificate
Additional information
Security and safety
Criminal record check
Vulnerable sector check
Transportation/travel information
Own transportation
Public transportation is available
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking
Bending, crouching, kneeling
Manual dexterity
Personal suitability
Punctuality
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics
Creativity
Honesty
Ability to multitask
Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Health care plan
Paramedical services coverage
Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
Bonus
Group insurance benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Learning/training paid by employer
On-site daycare available
Team building opportunities