Lead Teacher – Junior Preschool | West 85 Campus

Fueling Brains & FB Academies; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Fueling Brains & FB Academies in Calgary seeks a Right Brain Lead Teacher to oversee a cohort of 19 months to 3 years. You will craft engaging Right Brain experiences fostering creativity, exploration and self-expression while supporting growth in confidence and independence.

You will lead routines, observe development and partner with families and staff to create a safe, inclusive learning environment that nurtures curiosity and early learning skills.

Qualifications

• Alberta ECE Level 2 or 3 certification, Level 3 preferred.
• Experience with toddlers/young preschool children is an asset.
• Ability to plan and lead developmentally appropriate activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a consistent Junior Preschool cohort in daily routines.
• Plan engaging Right Brain experiences encouraging creativity.
• Use storytelling, sensory play, music, art to support self-expression.
• Support independence, self-regulation and positive social interactions.
• Observe development and guide planning accordingly.
• Assist with daily routines including toileting, meals, dressing and outdoor play.
• Build strong relationships with families and communicate progress.
• Collaborate with educators and leadership to maintain a safe, inclusive environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Planning experiences

Observation of development

Education

Alberta ECE Level 2 or 3

Job description

OVERVIEW:

Are you an ECE who knows how to turn curiosity, imagination and exploration into meaningful learning?

Fueling Brains Academies is looking for a Right Brain Lead Teacher to lead a consistent cohort of children aged 19 months to 3 years.

You’ll create engaging, developmentally appropriate Right Brain experiences that encourage creativity, imagination, exploration, communication and self-expression, while providing the consistency and responsive support young children need to grow in confidence and independence.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead a consistent cohort of Junior Preschool children throughout their daily learning and routines.
• Plan and lead engaging Right Brain learning experiences that encourage creativity, imagination and exploration.
• Use storytelling, sensory experiences, imaginative play, music, art and open-ended activities to support learning and self-expression.
• Support children in developing early independence, self-regulation and positive social interactions.
• Observe children’s development and interests and use these insights to guide your planning.
• Support daily routines including toileting, meals, dressing, outdoor play, rest and transitions.
• Build positive relationships with families and communicate regularly about children’s progress and milestones.
• Collaborate with fellow educators and leadership to maintain a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Alberta Early Childhood Educator Level 2 or Level 3 certification - Level 3 preferred.
• Experience working with toddlers or young preschool-aged children is preferred.
• Confidence planning and leading developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• A creative, warm and responsive approach to working with young children.
• Strong communication, organization and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping young children learn through exploration and discovery.

WHY FUELING BRAINS?

At Fueling Brains Academies, you’ll have the opportunity to lead your classroom, bring your ideas to life and create meaningful learning experiences during one of the most important stages of a child’s development.

If you love the Junior Preschool years and know how to make learning engaging through creativity, curiosity and exploration, we’d love to hear from you.