child care worker assistant

Overview

Languages

English or French

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
• Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• 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
• 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
• 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

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Reliability
• Team player
• Honesty
• Ability to multitask