Early Childhood Educator (ECE) - Level 1

bright path kids canada; Okotoks; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Tuition reimbursement

RRSP with company match

6 sick days per year

10 holidays per year

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

BrightPath Kids is hiring an Early Childhood Educator-Level 1 to join our Okotoks team. You will work closely with teachers and families to provide a nurturing, home-like environment for children, delivering developmentally appropriate activities.

You will participate in ongoing professional development, maintain safety standards, and contribute to a warm, inclusive classroom community that supports children’s growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• ECE certification or B.Ed./Equivalent required.
• Must meet provincial childcare employment requirements.
• Current Standard First Aid and infant CPR.
• Current immunization/health assessment as per local requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a program aligned with BrightPath’s curriculum to support child development.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and engaging classroom environment.
• Assess abilities, interests, and needs of children; discuss progress with parents and staff.
• Establish collaborative relationships with co-workers, management and families.
• Attend staff meetings and professional development opportunities; participate in ongoing learning.
• Keep classroom materials clean and organized; assist with daily routines.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

ECE Certification (Level 1-3)

B.Ed./Equivalent

Job description

Government Wage Enhancement offered on top of hourly rate.Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at.

Centre: Okotoks, AB

Government Wage Enhancement offered on top of hourly rate

Job Type: Full-Time

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

What will you be doing?

As an Early Childhood Educator-Level 1, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care. Responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing a program in line with BrightPath’s curriculum that supports the development of children.
• Maintaining an environment that protects the well-being of children.
• Assessing the abilities, interests, and needs of children and discuss progress with parents and other staff.
• Establishing collaborative relationships with co-workers, management, and families.
• Attending staff meetings and professional development opportunities as necessary.
• Working to maintain cleanliness and organization of classroom materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Top Reasons to join BrightPath Kids:

• We offer a 40% child care discount to Full-time employees & 10% to Part-time so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement for courses related to your field.
• Full-time staff are eligible to participate in a retirement plan (RRSP) which offers a company match – this is free money!
• Full-time and Part-time staff receive 6 days of sick time per calendar year.
• Full-time staff are given 10 paid statutory holidays off.
• Full-time staff are paid for at least 10 vacation days per calendar year.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and life insurance.

Requirements:

• Early Childhood Education - Level 1, 2, or 3 Certification OR B.Ed./Equivalent
• Must meet province requirements for childcare employment
• Current Standard First Aid and infant child CPR
• Current immunization and health assessment as per the local Minister of Health Requirements