Early Childhood Educator

Reporting to the Director, the following are Essential Functions of the Job:

• interacts with the children and encourages their involvement in activities
• provides a warm, safe and caring environment that is kept orderly, clean and appealing
• implements daily activities (indoor/outdoor) as they relate to Play and Exploration
• provides overall supervision
• clean for all mealtime/snack time activities and related record keeping
• keeps a portfolio of each child's progress, including samples of artwork, writing, etc.
• maintains good communication with parents with the use of daily sheets, notes, or verbally.
• ensure confidentiality of privileged information
• maintains adherence to all company policies and procedures, including safety requirements
• provides activities and opportunities that encourage curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving appropriate to the developmental levels of the children
• participate in team planning sessions with all staff to ensure well-coordinated and effective delivery of services to meet WRDC goals and objectives
• include materials and experiences that are culturally appropriate and represent diversity
• model developmentally appropriate activities and positive behavior management techniques through daily contact with children and early childhood staff in the Centre
• demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical and responsible
• assist with other duties as required

Education and Experience Required

• First Aid/CPR
• preference given to Early Childhood level 1, 2 or 3