On Call Teacher - ECE Level 2 & 3 | New Brighton

Fueling Brains & FB Academies; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Extended employee benefits

Professional development days

Career growth opportunities

Education funding

Lead Teacher retreat

EFAP (Employee Family Assistance)

Job summary

Fueling Brains & FB Academies is seeking on-call early childhood teachers in Calgary to join our team. You will work with children and adults, applying emergent, project-based teaching, lead by example, and foster a collaborative classroom environment.

We offer competitive pay, extended benefits, professional development days, and opportunities for career growth, with education support and team events. Our bright facilities include an on-site playground and nearby parks, reflecting a strong

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience working with children (At least six months in Canada is a must).
• Early Childhood Certification - ECE Level 1, 2 or 3 is a MUST (based on requirements).
• Reggio-inspired or Montessori experience is an asset.
• Current First Aid Certificate (may be obtained upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Make a difference every day!
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.
• Guide children in self-motivated learning, helping stimulate their natural desire to learn.
• Encourage children through role modeling and guidance to respect themselves and others.
• Collaborate with classroom teams for planning and implementation of weekly lesson plans.
• Plan open-ended activities with an emphasis on process orientation and a developmentally appropriate curriculum with age-appropriate and individualized activities.
• Be responsible for reporting challenges, successes, and competencies of each student to the Director or to parents on a regular basis.
• Supervise the classroom, helping the children to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and respect themselves and others.
• Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring, and safe environment for the children.
• Assist children with self-care (i.e. dressing, diapering, feeding).
• Other duties as assigned by Lead Teachers and Program Supervisors.

Skills

Experience with children

Reggio-inspired/ Montessori exposure

Education

ECE Certification Level 1/2/3

First Aid Certificate

Job description

OVERVIEW:

Are you an early childhood educator looking for that next step in your career?Are you ready to begin a new journey in Early Childhood Education and make a difference in the world?Are you passionate about teaching children and are driven by a desire to enhance early childhood education?

We are currently looking for On-Call Teachers that have strong interpersonal skills and find joy in working with children and adults. The ideal candidate will be committed to learning and teaching in emergent, project-based ways, lead by example for the children, and ensure a positive and collaborative work environment with all teachers in the classroom.

If so, Fueling Brains Academies (formerly Kids U) is the place for you!

Fueling Brains Academy has won the Gold Winner status for the Calgary Herald/Sun Readers choice ‘Best Daycare & Best Preschool’ from 2017 - 2022!

OUR OFFER:

• Competitive salary
• Extended employee benefit plan based on tenure and role
• You will be surrounded by pedagogical leaders to share best practices and learn
• Our facilities offer spacious classrooms lit with natural light, and a beautiful on-site playground and are located near various parks and amenities
• Paid Professional Development Days AND non-instructional days
• Career growth, and promotion opportunities unparalleled in the field
• We pay for your continued education
• Annual Lead Teacher retreat focused on skills development
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Team building events, week-long staff appreciation events, and staff parties!
• Enjoy job security in a team you love!
• We take work/life balance seriously!

Are you someone who…

• Believes in having fun!
• Thinks outside the box!
• Is open-minded!
• Desires to inspire!
• Willing to give their best!
• Can be trusted by others!
• Prepared to change diapers, thoroughly clean, multi-task, and do what it takes to get the job done!
• Is a naturally gifted teacher!
• Patient, calm, and professional in every situation!
• Desires to be a part of something larger than themselves!
• Works hard and plays hard!
• Ambition to grow with the company!
• Qualified with credentials for the position and/or willing to become qualified!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make a difference every day!
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.
• Guide children in self-motivated learning, helping stimulate their natural desire to learn.
• Encourage children through role modeling and guidance to respect themselves and others.
• Collaborate with classroom teams for planning and implementation of weekly lesson plans.
• Plan open-ended activities with an emphasis on process orientation and a developmentally appropriate curriculum with age-appropriate and individualized activities.
• Be responsible for reporting challenges, successes, and competencies of each student to the Director or to parents on a regular basis.
• Supervise the classroom, helping the children to think creatively, to solve problems independently, and respect themselves and others.
• Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring, and safe environment for the children.
• Assist children with self-care (i.e. dressing, diapering, feeding).
• Other duties as assigned by Lead Teachers and Program Supervisors.

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum one year of experience working with children (At least six months in Canada is a must)
• Early Childhood Certification - ECE Level 1, 2 or 3 is a MUST (based on requirements)
• Reggio-inspired or Montessori experience is an asset.
• Current First Aid Certificate (may be obtained upon hire)