Lead Childcare Educator (Toddlers)

Active Start Child Care; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount for full-time staff

Professional development opportunities

Competitive wages with government top‑

Access to indoor/outdoor play spaces

Job summary

Magic Mountain in Airdrie is seeking a Lead Educator for the Toddlers program at our Airdrie Sierra Springs location. The role requires strong leadership, classroom management, and a deep understanding of child development.

You will engage children with planned activities, supervise closely, and communicate with families regularly. Ideal candidates are dependable, adaptable, fluent in English, with excellent communication and multitasking abilities.

Qualifications

• Prior childcare/daycare experience is a must, preferably with toddlers
• Level 2 or 3 Alberta Child Care Certification is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Professional, adaptable, and fluent in English
• Proficiency in computer applications and administrative systems
• Knowledge of Alberta Child Care Licensing Regulations preferred
• Current Criminal Record Check and First Aid Certification

Responsibilities

• Create and implement engaging programming tailored to toddlers' interests and needs
• Maintain high cleanliness and safety standards
• Lead and support children in integrated learning and recreational activities
• Actively supervise and engage with children while ensuring well-being
• Provide regular communication to parents via newsletters and daily updates
• Cultivate positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Participate in professional development initiatives
• Adhere to Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Regulations and Magic Mountain policies

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

English fluency

Computer literacy

Education

Alberta Child Care Certification Level 2 or 3

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

We are Seeking a Lead Educator for our Toddlers program at our Airdrie Sierra Springs location who possess 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. These individuals must have strong leadership and classroom management skills. Prior experience is required, and candidates must possess Alberta Child Care certification levels 2, or 3 , along with current criminal record check (with vulnerable sector search) and first aid certification.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating and implementing engaging programming tailored to the interests and needs of the children.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety within the environment.
• Leading and supporting children in integrated learning and recreational activities.
• Actively supervising and engaging with children while ensuring their well-being.
• Providing regular communication to parents through monthly newsletters and daily updates.
• Cultivating positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Participating in professional development initiatives.
• Adhering to Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Regulations and Magic Mountain's policies and procedures to ensure quality care.

Qualifications

• Prior childcare/daycare experience is a must (Preferably Toddlers experience)
• Level 2 or 3 Child Care Certification is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Professional, adaptable, and fluent in English
• Proficiency in computer applications and administrative systems
• Knowledge of Alberta Child Care Licensing Regulations (preferred)
• Current Criminal Record Check and First Aid Certification

Why Join Magic Mountain?

• Childcare discount for full-time employees.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• 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.