Lead Teacher – Junior Preschool | West 85 Campus

Fueling Brains & Academies; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Fueling Brains Academies in Calgary is seeking a Right Brain Lead Teacher to guide a cohort of 19-month to 3-year-olds. You will craft developmentally appropriate, imaginative experiences that foster creativity, exploration and communication.

You’ll support routines, independence and social skills while partnering with families and colleagues to maintain a warm, inclusive classroom that sparks curiosity and joy in early learning.

Qualifications

• Alberta ECE Level 2 or 3 certification required or preferred.
• Experience with toddlers/young preschoolers is welcomed.
• Ability to plan and lead developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Creative, warm, responsive approach to working with young children.
• Strong communication, organization and teamwork skills.
• Genuine passion for fostering learning through exploration.

Responsibilities

• Lead a consistent cohort of Junior Preschool children through daily routines.
• Plan and lead engaging Right Brain learning experiences fostering creativity and exploration.
• Use storytelling, sensory play, music, art and open-ended activities to support learning.
• Support children in independence, self-regulation and social interactions.
• Observe development and interests to guide planning.
• Support daily routines including toileting, meals, dressing, outdoor play and transitions.
• Build positive relationships with families and communicate progress regularly.
• Collaborate with educators and leadership to maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

ECE Certification 2/3

Toddlers experience

Planning & leading

Creative & responsive

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Passion for exploration

Education

Alberta ECE Level 2 or Level 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.