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

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

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

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

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail