daycare worker

Yellowknife - Northwest Territories (NT),

Other trades certificate or diploma
7 months to less than 1 year

Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
Support early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors

Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
Order supplies and equipment
Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties
Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems 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
Storytelling

Knowledge of Day Nurseries Act
Knowledge of licensing regulations
Establish guidelines for behaviour
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
Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
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