A minimum Grade 12 English at the general level is accepted but advanced level credits in English are recommended. Textbooks are written at the college level therefore strong reading and comprehension skills are a must. Many courses utilize essays and reports as a major component of the course grade. You must be able to clearly express your thoughts and interpret course content. Classroom discussions and presentations are required.
Appropriate language is essential as a model for the children.
Teaching plans must be accurately researched and well written. Early Childhood Educators work as a team and strong communication skills are important Reading aloud and telling stories to the children is a common activity. The ability to read fluently and use expression in your voice is important. The ECA graduate will Assist with the supervision of planned daily learning experiences such as creative art, gross motor, music, language, science and dramatic play. Not only will the ECA provide additional support to the community settings where mainstream children are educated and cared for, they may also assist with the implementation of IPP activities for special needs children, as directed by an ECE worker.