Childcare Educator

Active Start Child Care; Calgary; Presencial; CAD 36 000 - 52 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Childcare discount

Professional development

Holiday and sick days

Health benefits package for full-time

Competitive wages

Play areas for gross motor activities

Resumo da oferta

Active Start Child Care in Calgary is seeking qualified Educators to join our Calgary South East Seton location. The role demands fluency in English, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with children and families.

Prospective candidates must hold Alberta ECE certification levels 1, 2, or 3, plus current first aid and vulnerable sector checks. We offer two full-time educator positions: one permanent track and another mat-leave coverage with potential to convert to

Qualificações

• Alberta ECE Level 1/2/3 certification with experience required.
• Experience with infants or young children in licensed childcare preferred.
• Standard First Aid & CPR Level C.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Alberta Child Intervention Record Check.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta childcare licensing regulations and safety practices.

Responsabilidades

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for preschool and OSC classrooms.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that support children's development.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and team members.
• Observe and document children's development and communicate progress with families and supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized classroom per Alberta Health Services and licensing requirements.
• Ensure active supervision of children at all times and follow health, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Support children's individual needs while encouraging exploration and learning through play.
• Work collaboratively with coworkers to maintain ratios and create a positive team environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and ongoing training as required.

Conhecimentos

English fluency

Communication

Multitasking

Formação académica

Alberta ECE Level 1/2/3 Certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

We are looking for Educators for our Calgary South East Seton Active Start location. We are looking for candidates who possesses a strong understanding of child development, exceptional engagement skills, and a dedication to fostering positive relationships with both children and colleagues. The ideal candidates will be dependable, adaptable, fluent in English, and exhibit outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Prior experience is required, and candidates must possess Alberta Child Care certification levels 1 (with experience), 2, or 3, along with current criminal record check (with vulnerable sector search) and first aid certification.

_ Please note that we are hiring for the following 2 positions: _

• Full-time educator for a permanent role
• Full-time educator for a mat-leave coverage role (with a possibility to become a permanent educator at the end of the term - July 2027)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for preschool and OSC classrooms.
• Plan and implement age-appropriate activities that support children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with children, families, and team members.
• Observe and document children's development and communicate progress with families and supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized classroom in accordance with Alberta Health Services and licensing requirements.
• Ensure active supervision of children at all times and follow all health, safety, and emergency procedures.
• Support children's individual needs while encouraging exploration, independence, and learning through play.
• Work collaboratively with coworkers to maintain ratios and create a positive team environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and ongoing training as required.

Qualifications

• Alberta Early Childhood Educator Level 1, 2 or 3 (with experience) Certification (required).
• Previous experience working with infants or young children in a licensed childcare setting is preferred.
• Current Standard First Aid & CPR Level C certification.
• Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Alberta Child Intervention Record Check.
• Strong knowledge of Alberta childcare licensing regulations and health and safety practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring, dependable, and passionate about early childhood education.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while taking initiative when needed.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs, sit on the floor, bend, kneel, and actively engage with children throughout the day.

Why Join Active Start**?**

• Childcare discount for full-time employees.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Holiday and sick day benefits.
• Health benefits package for full-time staff.
• 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.