Casual (On-Call) Support Educator

Active Start Child Care; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Competitive wages with government top‑

Spacious indoor and outdoor play areas

Job summary

Magic Mountain is seeking on-call Early Childhood Educators to cover shifts when regular staff are absent. The role requires full‑day availability at least three days per week, with about 1–4 shifts on average.

Ideal candidates understand child development, engage well with children and colleagues, and communicate effectively. Mandatory Alberta Child Care certification levels 1–3, current police check with vulnerable sector search, and valid First Aid/CPR.

Qualifications

• Prior childcare experience is preferred.
• Completion of Alberta Child Care certification levels 1, 2, or 3 is required or willing to obtain.
• Clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including basic computer literacy.
• Knowledge of Alberta child care legislation and licensing regulations would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement engaging programming tailored to children's interests and needs.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety in the environment.
• Lead and support children in integrated learning and recreational activities.
• Actively supervise and engage with children while ensuring their well‑being.
• Cultivate positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Participate in professional development initiatives.
• Adhere to Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Regulations and Magic Mountain’s policies and procedures.

Skills

Childcare experience

First Aid & CPR

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Fluent English

Education

Alberta Child Care certification levels 1–3

Criminal record check (Vulnerable Sector)

Job description

About the Role

Please note, these are _ on-call _ positions where Directors will reach out to employees to cover shifts when regular Educators are absent. We are seeking individuals who have full-day availability at least three days per week. On average, employees can expect to work 1-4 shifts per week, depending on their preferences and the needs of the center.

We are seeking individuals who possess a strong understanding of child development, exceptional engagement skills, and a dedication to fostering positive relationships with both children and colleagues. The ideal candidate will be dependable, adaptable, fluent in English, and exhibit outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Prior experience is advantageous, and candidates must possess or be willing to obtain Alberta Child Care certification levels 1, 2, or 3, along with current criminal record check (with vulnerable sector search) and first aid certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating and implementing engaging programming tailored to the interests and needs of the children.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety within the environment.
• Leading and supporting children in integrated learning and recreational activities.
• Actively supervising and engaging with children while ensuring their well-being.
• Cultivating positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Participating in professional development initiatives.
• Adhering to Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Regulations and Magic Mountain’s policies and procedures to ensure quality care.

Qualifications

• Prior childcare experience is preferred
• Completion of (or willingness to obtain) Alberta Child Care certification levels 1, 2, or 3 is required
• Clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification
• Effective verbal and written communication skills including basic computer literacy
• Knowledge of Alberta child care legislation and licensing regulations would be an asset

Why Join Magic Mountain?

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Competitive wages (posted wages will have government top up added).
• Access to spacious indoor and outdoor play areas for gross motor activities in all weather conditions.