Child Development Assistant – Early Intervention

FB Education Services; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

FB Education Services in Calgary is hiring a Child Development Assistant for Early Intervention. You will provide one‑on‑one developmental support, travel between campuses across Calgary, and help implement individualized intervention plans with educators and therapists.

The role requires 1+ year of childcare experience, ongoing education in ECE/Child Development, and a strong interest in early intervention.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in childcare, early learning, child development, or a related environment.
• Education in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or a related field—completed or currently in progress.
• Genuine interest in early intervention and supporting children with diverse developmental needs.
• Flexibility and reliability to work across multiple Calgary campuses as needs change.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Patience, empathy, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm in a busy early‑learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑on‑one developmental support to assigned children.
• Travel between Fueling Brains Academy campuses across Calgary based on program and child support needs.
• Help implement individualized intervention and learning plans alongside educators and therapists.
• Support children during classroom routines, meals, hygiene, rest periods, play, and learning activities.
• Create engaging, age‑appropriate experiences that encourage communication, social‑emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Adapt activities, materials, and approaches based on each child’s individual needs.
• Observe and document progress and share meaningful observations with the education and therapy team.
• Help children participate successfully and confidently within the classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to provide consistent support.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and engaging environment for every child.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Patience

Empathy

Adaptability

Reliability

Travel between campuses

Education

Early Childhood Education

Child Development

Special Education

Job description

Child Development Assistant – Early Intervention

FB - Ed Services - Calgary, Alberta

Department

FB - Ed Services

Employment Type

Full-time, hourly

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

$18 - $21 per hour

Make a difference where it matters most - in a child’s earliest years!

Do you love working with young children and want your work to have a meaningful impact on their development?

Fueling Brains Education Services is looking for a compassionate, adaptable, and energetic Child Development Assistant to provide one‑on‑one support to young children across our Fueling Brains Academy campuses in Calgary.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys variety and can be flexible in their day‑to‑day work. Depending on where support is needed, you may work across different Fueling Brains Academy campuses throughout Calgary. You’ll need a valid Alberta driver’s licence, access to a reliable vehicle, and be comfortable travelling between campuses. Mileage is reimbursed.

This is more than a traditional childcare role. You’ll work alongside educators, therapists, and families to help children with diverse developmental needs build confidence, develop new skills, participate in classroom routines, and get the most out of their early learning experience.

If you’re patient, playful, flexible, and passionate about helping children thrive, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As a Child Development Assistant, you’ll support assigned children throughout their day while helping implement individualized intervention and learning strategies.

You Will

• Provide one‑on‑one developmental support to assigned children.
• Travel between Fueling Brains Academy campuses across Calgary based on program and child support needs.
• Help implement individualized intervention and learning plans alongside educators and therapists.
• Support children during classroom routines, meals, hygiene, rest periods, play, and learning activities.
• Create engaging, age‑appropriate experiences that encourage communication, social‑emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Adapt activities, materials, and approaches based on each child’s individual needs.
• Observe and document progress and share meaningful observations with the education and therapy team.
• Help children participate successfully and confidently within the classroom environment.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and families to provide consistent support.
• Contribute to a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and engaging environment for every child.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year of experience working in childcare, early learning, child development, or a related environment.
• Education in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or a related field — completed or currently in progress.
• A genuine interest in early intervention and supporting children with diverse developmental needs.
• The flexibility and reliability to work across multiple Calgary campuses as needs change.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Patience, empathy, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm in a busy early‑learning environment.

Experience supporting children with developmental, behavioural, communication, or other diverse needs is considered an asset.

You Will Also Require

• A valid Alberta driver’s licence and reliable vehicle, as travel between Calgary campuses is required. Mileage is reimbursed.
• First Aid & CPR certification preferred.
• A current Police Information Check (within 6 months).
• A Child Intervention Record Check.

Position Details

Start Date: October 1, 2026

Contract End Date: June 30, 2027

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday

Compensation: $18–$21 per hour

Location: Multiple Fueling Brains Academy campuses across Calgary, AB

Please note: This is a mobile support position. Your assigned campus may vary depending on the needs of the children and programs we support, so flexibility to travel throughout Calgary is an important part of the role.

This is an active, hands‑on position that includes floor‑based play and may require lifting or carrying up to 40 lbs.

About Us

About Fueling Brains Education Services

Fueling Brains Education Services is a private Early Childhood Services (ECS) operator accredited by Alberta Education and a member of the Association of Independent Schools and Colleges in Alberta (AISCA).

We provide specialized early childhood intervention programming for children accessing Program Unit Funding (PUF) and Mild/Moderate (MM) funding across Fueling Brains Academy centres in Calgary and Strathmore.

Our mission is to provide meaningful early intervention while supporting optimal brain development during some of the most important years of a child’s life.

Ready to make an impact? If you’re looking for a role where no two days are quite the same — and where your work can make a meaningful difference in a child’s development - we want to meet you.

Fueling Brains Education Services is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace where employees of all backgrounds and identities feel welcomed, valued, and supported.