What will I be doing as a nursery assistant apprentice?

I have to fill out a application form for a nursery assistant position?

• help, i am trying to fill out a application form for a nursery assistant job and am stuck on two questions, please help any advice would be great..... 1, Knowledge and Skills in ...show more

• Answer:

  Think about your experiences with your own children. Have you planned any activities for birthday parties? Talk about why you thought those activities would be appropriate and how they worked out, and how you think you could improve. Mention that you've worked with your own children and have experienced first hand how children grow and develop and the things you have seen them learn and discover through their play. For communication, talk about previous jobs in which you've had to communicate with other people and how you attempt to create positive, constructive interactions with others. Have you had your children's friends over for play dates? Discuss the interactions you've had with those children's parents. Consider working part-time towards an associates degree (or Diploma, if you're canadian) in child care from a local college. That will help you in your job in terms of understanding children's development, the importance of play, communication skills, guidance and planning skills, etc.