Job Description

Overview

Languages
English

Education
College/CEGEP

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting
Child care centre
Day care centre or nursery school

Responsibilities
Tasks
Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Maintain daycare equipment
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
Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
Establish guidelines for behaviour
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
Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Repetitive tasks
Physically demanding
Attention to detail
Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability
Punctuality
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Interpersonal awareness
Judgement
Reliability
Team player
Values and ethics
Creativity
Honesty

How to apply
By email: novea.lawson@stmichaelsdaycare.com