Posted on August 1, 2025
Job Description
On-site early childhood educator (e.c.e.) position. 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; assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that 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; order supplies and equipment; assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records; 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; 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; 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.
Job Details
- Employer: Allegro Child Care Centre
- Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia
- Wage: $25.11 to $30.46 per hour (to be negotiated)
- Hours: 40 hours per week, Permanent, Full-time
- Vacancies: 2
- Start date: As soon as possible
- NOC: 42202
Requirements
- College/CEGEP
- 1 to less than 7 months of experience
- English
- Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely
- Child development assistant (ECE level 1)
- Child development worker (ECE level 2)
- First Aid Certificate
- CPR Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Diploma or Degree
Benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
- Team building opportunities
How to Apply
Apply by mail to:
Allegro Child Care Centre
Halifax, NS B3H 4K5