Lead Teacher & IPP Coach for Inclusive Early Intervention

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

One month paid vacation annually

Job summary

Marlborough Day Nursery ECS Ltd is seeking a Lead Teacher to join BrightPath Kids centers in Calgary as a 12-month contract, full-time. Focus on delivering IPP programs, supervising Educational Assistants, and coordinating with families and a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates hold a Permanent Alberta Teaching Certificate in good standing and have 3–5 years of Alberta ECS teaching experience. The role emphasizes inclusive, play-based learning and collaboration with program staff.

Qualifications

• Permanent Alberta Teaching Certificate in good standing.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience in an Alberta Early Childhood Services (ECS) program.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive education and play-based learning within a childcare setting.
• Strong knowledge of child development, positive behaviour support, and multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• Thorough understanding of Alberta Education ECS requirements, including Program Unit Funding (PUF), Individual Program Plans (IPPs), and inclusive programming.

Responsibilities

• Ensure IPP program delivery consistently meets and exceeds Alberta Education ECS standards and requirements.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to Educational Assistants, supporting the implementation, monitoring, and ongoing review of Individual Program Plan (IPP) goals.
• Review and support implementation of evidence-informed Behaviour Support Plans that are appropriate for childcare environments and promote successful inclusion.
• Conduct developmental screenings and ensure children's developmental milestones, progress, and learning outcomes are accurately measured, documented, and communicated.
• Coordinate the onboarding of new staff, including orientation and review of organizational policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Oversee Program Unit Funding (PUF) hourly payroll and ensure accurate staffing records.
• In coordination with the Program Manager, manage PUF documentation compliance audits, funding projections, annual operating plans, and reporting requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, and coordinate the schedules of educational assistants, classroom therapy aides, and therapy staff.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Program Manager, families, classroom teachers, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure effective communication and collaborative service delivery.

Education

Permanent Alberta Teaching Certificate in good standing

Job description

Marlborough Day Nursery ECS Ltd is seeking a Lead Teacher to join BrightPath Kids centers in Calgary as a 12-month contract, full-time. Focus on delivering IPP programs, supervising Educational Assistants, and coordinating with families and a multidisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates hold a Permanent Alberta Teaching Certificate in good standing and have 3–5 years of Alberta ECS teaching experience. The role emphasizes inclusive, play-based learning and collaboration with program staff.