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Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience. Work setting: Day care centre or nursery school. 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. 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. Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors. Establish guidelines for behaviour. Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : First Aid Certificate. CPR Certificate. Experience with special needs children: Children with behavioural issues. Children with allergies. Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder (ADD). Security and safety: Criminal record check. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Bending, crouching, kneeling. Personal suitability: Punctuality. Dependability. Flexibility. Interpersonal awareness. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Are you authorized to work in Canada?. Are you willing to relocate for this position?. Do you have experience working in this field?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Day. Other benefits: Parking available.