Early Childhood Educator Level 2 & 3

First Nations Jobs Online; Strathmore; Sur place; CAD 30 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Group insurance benefits

Leadership development

Training and recertification

On-site daycare

Parking

Résumé du poste

Kids Connection of Strathmore is seeking an Early Childhood Educator Level 2 or 3 to join our caring team in Strathmore, Alberta. You will help implement monthly programming and supervise daily activities to support children's development.

We welcome applicants with 1+ year experience, ECE Level 2 or 3, and a clear criminal record check. The role offers 32–44 hours per week, on-site work, and a wage of CAD 22.58–28.62 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in early childhood education or related field.
• Clear Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check if working with children) dated within 6 months.
• Current Standard First Aid or willingness to obtain it.

Responsabilités

• Supervise daily activities and child safety.
• Implement monthly programming aligned with children's interests.
• Follow centre policies, health regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Maintain clean, organized play and work areas.
• Support and communicate with families and staff.

Connaissances

Written communication

Observation skills

Daily programming

Team collaboration

Age-group adaptability

Formation

ECE Level 2 or 3

Early childhood education certificate/diploma

Description du poste

Early Childhood Educator Level 2 & 3

Why should you join our team?

At Kids Connection of Strathmore, we are passionate about our work and know that we are creating a positive impact in the community. Our staff feel welcome from the first day they start and quickly feel a sense of belonging here as we bring our hearts to work every day. If you are passionate about your work, want to make the community a better place, and develop your leadership skills this is the place for you!

What does this role look like at Kids Connection of Strathmore?

The staff oversees/implements the daily planning and implementation.

Reports to and works under the guidance of the Program Director.

The childcare professionals are responsible for preparing and implementing a monthly programming plan on the interest of the child that is age appropriate and develops the physical, emotional and intellectual skills of the children.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the daily supervision of children
• Responsible for the awareness of all centers policies, health regulations, safety, field trip, Provincial day care regulations
• Responsible for awareness of all pertinent information concerning each child
• Responsible for creating an environment within the center the guides the children in their play and create opportunities for the children to make suitable decisions and choices
• Responsible for awareness of all housekeeping duties and ensuring that all work areas remain clean and organized
• Responsible for maintaining a current knowledge of techniques and programs used in the field of early childhood this will require attendance at various workshops and seminars
• Responsible to stay current with research and emerging best practices in health and safety as recommended by licensing and health authorities
• Responsible to know which children if any use emergency medications, where the medications are stored, and how to administer them if necessary
• Responsible to ensure a safety checklist is being completed on the building, play areas, toys, materials and furnishings have been inspected to ensure they are safe, in good repair and hygienically maintained.

What qualifications are we looking for?

• 1+ year experience
• Child Development Certificate (ECE) Level 2 or 3
• Completion of certificate or diploma in early childhood education
• Clear Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check only if working with Children), dated within 6 months is required.
• Current Standard First Aid or wiling to gain it.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the confidentiality required for the protection of the children and parents
• Ability to prepare neat accurate written work
• Skilled communication and observation techniques
• Ability to organize and implement daily programming
• Ability to work with others
• Ability and flexibility to work with all age groups
• Ability to work with a minimum amount of supervision
• Ability to understand and implement daily routines

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends
• Day, early morning, morning

Language of Work:

English

Work Location:

Kids Connection

710 2nd Street

Strathmore, Alberta

T1P 1E8

Position Type:

Permanent, Full-Time – 32~44 hours per week

Salary – $22.58 ~ 28.62 (CAD) per hour

Benefits and Perks:

• Bonus
• Group insurance benefits (including life insurance, dental, disability, health care, paramedical services coverage, vision care plans)
• Ongoing Leadership Development and Opportunities
• Opportunities for Training and Recertification
• Learning/training paid by employer
• On-site daycare available
• Team building opportunities
• Free parking available
• Parking available

We welcome all applicants and encourage members of underrepresented groups, including vulnerable youth, newcomers, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, asylum claimants with valid work permits, to apply.

We thank you for your interest; however, please take note that we will be contacting only those candidates that have been selected for the next steps.