Work site environment
Air conditioned
Work setting
Child care centre
Responsibilities
Tasks
Develop and implement child-care programs that support and 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
provide opportunities 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
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members
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
Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Personal suitability
Punctuality
Reliability
Values and ethics
Creativity
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