early childhood educator (E.C.E.) job at Behavioural Health Foundation in Winnipeg, MB

Work setting

Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties
Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
Knowledge of licensing regulations
Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members
Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
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
Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants

Children with a mental health disability
Children with an intellectual disability
Children with behavioural issues
Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder (ADD)

Completion of a recognized personal support worker certificate or health care aide program from a community college or equivalent education.