Early Childhood Educator - Cy Becker

Kepler Academy Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick days

Paid vacation

Group benefits

Employee discounts

Education growth opportunities

Childcare discount

Job summary

Kepler Academy Inc. is seeking a Level 1 Early Childhood Educator at the Cy Becker location. You will lead activities that support children’s development, ensuring safety and well-being throughout the day.

You will work with a team in a growing childcare network, with opportunities for professional development and internal advancement. A supportive workplace culture and competitive compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates passion for children and a love of learning.
• Knowledge of Alberta provincial childcare regulations is preferred.
• Professional certifications required or in progress (First Aid, police check).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate activities to support physical, cognitive, emotional and social development.
• Lead story reading, songs, games and outdoor activities to stimulate learning.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment.
• Monitor child progress and communicate with parents or staff as needed.
• Assist with meal times, hygienic routines and rest periods.
• Collaborate with team to plan school-age child-care before/after hours if applicable.

Skills

Passion for children

Safety-first

Creative communication

Team player

Observation skills

Problem solving

Education

Child Development Certificate Alberta Level 1

First Aid Level C

Vulnerable Sector Check

Job description

Kepler Academy is looking for a Level 1 Early Childhood Educator at our Cy Becker location.

Why should you be a part of Kepler Academy?

• We areEdmonton and area's largest childcare provider
• Oursize and multiple locations allow our employees to realize unmatchedcareer potential including management and support roles
• Youwill be part of a fast growing, premier childcare facility
• Employeeshave access to our commitment to professional development
• Youwill become part of the change towards modern childcare includingExploratory Education™, STEM, discovery, and child-led approach learning
• Kepler Academy employees will be part of an organization that has a vast team dedicated to supporting our employees and child’s needs including a Registered Dietician, Fitness & Music Teacher, Operations Support Team, Client Experience & Engagement, and Human Resources

In addition, at Kepler Academy you have anopportunity to be a part of an organization that puts people first, supportsgrowth, offers health & wellness initiatives, strives for a positiveworkplace culture, and a competitive full compensation package.

Our strong commitment to a supportiveworkplace will ensure success for you when working at our Kepler AcademyCentres as well as ensuring recognition of our team members and a funworkplace! If you want to start your career at Kepler Academy, we are excitedto hear from you!

What else is in it for you?

• Paidsick and wellness days
• Paidvacation days and additional stat holidays
• GroupBenefit plan including health, dental, and life insurance
• Employeeperks and discounts with local partnerships
• Paideducation and internal growth opportunities
• Employeediscounted childcare at Kepler Academy up to 40%

What do we need from you?

Early Childhood Educators at Kepler Academywill primarily lead children in activities to stimulate and develop theirintellectual, physical, and emotional growth and ensure their security andwell-being. You will also organize and implement programs for children rangingfrom infant care up to out-of-school-care.

As an Early Childhood Educator, we are lookingfor individuals with a passion for shaping young minds. You will play anintegral role in families lives by providing an enriched experience forchildren.

What will you do?

• Developand implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical,cognitive, emotional and social development of children
• Leadactivities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, playing games,taking children to local points of interest and providing opportunities toexpress creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music andphysical activity
• Planand maintain an environment that protects the health, security andwell-being of children
• Assessthe abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress orproblems with parents and other staff members
• Observechildren for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems andprepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
• Guideand assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing andtoilet habits
• Establishand maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and communityservice providers working with children
• Mayplan and organize activities for school-age children in child-careprograms before and after regular school hours
• Maysupervise and coordinate activities of other early childhood educators andearly childhood educator assistants
• Classroommaintenance and light cleaning duties required
• Mayconduct diaper changes and support with handwashing and hygiene

You will possess the following:

• Passionfor children that shines through in all you do
• Commitmentto continuous learning
• Safetyfirst attitude
• Abilityto communicate creatively with strong oral and written skills
• Understandingthat behaviors are a type of communication, and ability to translate theseto support the children's needs
• Positivereinforcement and feedback to encourage a child's growth and confidence
• Organizationaland time management skills
• Solidknowledge & understanding of the Provincial Child Care Regulations
• Playas a team player
• Criticalthinking skills and ability to respond to urgent needs
• Abilityto lift and carry children and equipment up to 50 pounds
• Abilityto engage in active play, including bending, kneeling, and sitting on thefloor
• Abilityto work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions

Required qualifications to work at KeplerAcademy:

• ChildDevelopment Certificate issued in the Province of Alberta, Level 1
• ValidStandard Child Care / Level C First Aid certificate
• VulnerableSector Police Information Check issued within the past 6 months
• Previousexperience in childcare is considered as an asset
• Knowledgeof child development principles and best practices in early childhoodeducation
• Strongcommunication and interpersonal skills
• Abilityto work collaboratively with a diverse team of childcare professionals

Kepler Academy welcomes people from allbackgrounds and walks of life, which is reflected in our largely diversecommunity of Kepler Academy employees. Kepler Academy is proud to be an equalopportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for allemployees and applicants.

Join our extraordinary team today and be part of a Top Choice Childcare organization!