early childhood educator - special needs
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Air conditioned. Work setting: Child care centre. Urban area. Nursery school. Kindergarten. Before and after school programs. Agencies for exceptional children. Tasks: Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.. Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers. Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of child…
- On-site
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Jul 20, 2026
- Apply by Aug 28, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Education: College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years. or equivalent experience. Work site environment: Air conditioned. Work setting: Child care centre. Urban area. Nursery school. Kindergarten. Before and after school programs. Agencies for exceptional children. Tasks: Assess the children's development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.. Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers. Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children. Maintain daycare equipment. Storytelling. Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers. Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents. Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest. Order supplies and equipment. 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. Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings. Knowledge of licensing regulations. Establish guidelines for behaviour. 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. Supervision: 1 to 2 people. Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses : Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate. First Aid Certificate. Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate. CPR Certificate. Target audience: Children. Experience with special needs children: Children with an intellectual disability. Children with behavioural issues. Children with allergies. Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder (ADD). Security and safety: Immunization records. Vulnerable sector check. Transportation/travel information: Public transportation is available. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Bending, crouching, kneeling. Manual dexterity. Personal suitability: Punctuality. Flexibility. Interpersonal awareness. Reliability. Team player. Values and ethics. Creativity. Honesty. Ability to multitask. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Day. Other benefits: Free parking available. Learning/training paid by employer. On-site amenities. Paid time off (volunteering or personal days). Team building opportunities. Parking available. Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth. Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth. Support for Indigenous people: Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networ
Benefits
• Free parking available • Learning/training paid by employer • On-site amenities • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days) • Team building opportunities • Parking available
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- Credentials Certificates
- licences
- memberships
- and courses Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate First Aid Certificate Montessori Early Childhood Teacher Certificate CPR Certificate
Additional details
- Minimum education
- College diploma
- Apply by
- Aug 28, 2026
