Preschool Teacher Assistant

The Shepherd's Guide Directory Inc.; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Riverbend Christian Preschool in Edmonton is seeking a Christian Preschool Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The Teacher Assistant, under the Lead Preschool Teacher, Riverbend Church committee, will assist in planning, implementing and evaluating an emergent curriculum in accordance with the purpose and philosophy of Riverbend Christian Preschool.

The Teacher Assistant will assist the Lead Teacher in setting up an environment to nurture children’s disposition to learn and in being

Qualifications

• Level 2 Early Childhood Education certificate through the Government of Alberta (or in progress).
• Minimum of two years’ experience with preschool-aged children.
• Current Standard Child Care First Aid certificate.
• Current clear criminal record check including vulnerable sector search.
• Committed Christian faith and ability to demonstrate Christian values and the gospel message.
• Disposition of love and respect for children and families; energetic and enthusiastic about safe learning spaces and designing opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing and evaluating an emergent curriculum.
• Assist Lead Teacher and prepare an environment to nurture children's dispositions to learn.
• Be an active participant in children's learning and relationship-building.

Skills

Preschool experience

Christian faith

Energetic

Relationship building

Education

Level 2 Early Childhood Education certificate

Job description

RLC is looking for a Christian Preschool Teacher Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year. The Teacher Assistant, under the direction of the Lead Preschool Teacher, RCP Administrator and a committee of members from Riverbend Lutheran Church, will assist in planning, implementing and evaluating an emergent curriculum in accordance with the purpose and philosophy of Riverbend Christian Preschool. The Teacher Assistant will assist the Lead Teacher in setting up an environment to nurture children’s disposition to learn and in being active participants in the children’s learning.

Candidates will:

• Hold a Level 2 Early Childhood Education certificate through the Government of Alberta (or be in the process of obtaining this).
• Have a minimum of two years’ experience working with preschool-aged children.
• Have a current Standard Child Care First Aid certificate.
• Have a current clear criminal record check including vulnerable sector search.
• Have a committed Christian faith and the ability to demonstrate Christian values and the law and gospel message.
• Have a disposition of love and respect for children and their families and be energetic and enthusiastic about creating a safe classroom space, building relationships and designing learning opportunities.

20-30 hours per week, with the possibility of more, should enrollment require it.

Details

Employer:

Riverbend Christian Preschool

495 Rhatigan Rd E Northwest
Edmonton , Alberta