Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Early childhood education and teaching

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
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
Encourage children 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
Knowledge of licensing regulations
Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants