Assistant Teacher - Junior Preschool | New Brighton Campus

FB Education Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Fueling Brains Academies in Calgary, Alberta, is seeking an Assistant Teacher for our Junior Preschool at the New Brighton Campus. You will support a consistent group of children aged approximately 19 months to 3 years, guiding them through structured and creative activities and daily routines.

You will work closely with Lead Teachers and families, provide warm care, and help children build independence, self-regulation, and social skills in a safe, engaging environment.

Qualifications

• ECE certification and experience with toddlers/preschoolers.
• Warm, patient, and responsive approach with children.
• Understanding of early childhood development.
• Comfort with diapering, meals, rest routines, and daily care.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

ECE Certification

Toddler Care

Patience

ECD Knowledge

Diapering

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Alberta ECE Certification (Level 2/3 preferred)

Job description

Assistant Teacher - Junior Preschool | New Brighton Campus

Wandering Willows - Calgary, Alberta

Department

Wandering Willows

Employment Type

Full-time, hourly

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

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 New Brighton 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.

Location

Calgary, Alberta