Assistant Teacher - Junior Preschool | McKnight Campus

Fueling Brains & Academies; Calgary; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Fueling Brains Academies in Alberta is seeking an Assistant Teacher for our Junior Preschool team (19 months to 3 years). You’ll support a Lead Teacher, guide children through structured learning, play and daily routines, helping them build confidence, independence and social skills.

This role emphasizes warm, responsive care, teamwork with families, and ongoing observation of development. Must have Alberta ECE certification and experience with toddlers; willingness to participate in indoor and

Qualifications

• Alberta ECE certification (ECE Level 2 or 3) preferred.
• Experience with toddlers or preschool-aged children is preferred.
• Warm, patient and responsive approach with young children.
• Understanding of early childhood development and age-appropriate learning.
• Comfort supporting daily care needs (diapering, meals, rest routines).
• Strong communication and teamwork with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher with engaging activities, purposeful play and daily routines.
• Stay with and support your group as they move between learning environments.
• Provide warm, responsive care and help with transitions and positive interactions.
• Assist with diapering, toileting, meals, handwashing and outdoor play.
• Encourage independence and age-appropriate self-care skills.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming classroom where every child can participate.
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers, educators and families to support development.

Skills

Toddler care

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Alberta ECE certification (ECE Level 2 or 3)

Job description

Overview

The early years are full of big milestones. At Fueling Brains Academies, you’ll help young children build confidence, independence and strong relationships as they learn through play, movement and everyday experiences.

Overview

The early years are full of big milestones. At Fueling Brains Academies, you’ll help young children build confidence, independence and strong relationships as they learn through play, movement and everyday experiences. We’re looking for an Assistant Teacher to join our Junior Preschool team at our McKnight campus supporting children approximately 19 months to 3 years old. You’ll stay with a consistent group of children as they move throughout the day between our structured learning, creative learning and movement environments. This consistency helps children feel secure while developing independence, communication and early self-regulation skills.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Lead Teacher with engaging activities, purposeful play and daily classroom routines.
• Stay with and support your group of children as they move between learning environments throughout the day.
• Provide warm, responsive care and help children navigate emotions, transitions and positive interactions with others.
• Support everyday routines including diapering and toileting, meals, handwashing, dressing, nap/rest time and outdoor play.
• Encourage children to build independence and age-appropriate self‑help skills.
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and engaging environment where every child can participate and grow.
• Work closely with Lead Teachers, fellow educators and families to support each child’s development.

What You’ll Bring

• Alberta Early Childhood Educator certification (ECE Level 2 or 3 Preferred).
• Experience working with toddlers or preschool‑aged children is preferred.
• A warm, patient and responsive approach to working with young children.
• An understanding of early childhood development and age‑appropriate learning.
• Comfort supporting children with diapering, toileting, meals, rest routines and other daily care needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children and families.

A vulnerable sector check and Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR are required for the role. You’ll also need to be comfortable actively participating in indoor and outdoor activities and meeting the physical demands of working with children approximately 19 months to 3 years old.

At Fueling Brains Academies, you’ll be part of a collaborative team helping children build the confidence, relationships and foundational skills they need during these important early years.