Child Care Worker Assistant

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
• Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• CPR Certificate

Experience and specialization

Target audience

• Children

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Punctuality
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Interpersonal awareness
• Reliability
• Creativity

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Maternity and parental benefits