Daycare Worker for Toddlers

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Kids Avenue Early Learning Centre in downtown Calgaryis now hiring a dynamic and experienced Educators starting ASAP. Shift is 8:45am-5:15pm (7.5 hours working).

If you have a passion for working with children and are committed to providing a high quality of care, then we are looking for a team member who is willing to stretch themselves to become the very best that they can be!

Minimum Requirements:
Alberta Child Care Level 3,2 or 1 Certification Required

• A passion for working with children and an interest in education.
• 1-2 years experience working in a childcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of FLIGHT, Learning through Play, and Reggio Emilia curriculum.
• Must have CURRENT background check with vulnerable sector search
• Must have CURRENT First Aid/CPR

-Government wage top-up ($8.62 / $5.05 / $2.64)

Please send your resume via company e-mail (ONLY)

Duties:

- Create a safe and nurturing environment for children in the daycare classroom
- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
- Provide individualized attention and support to children with special needs
- Foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through play and educational activities
- Maintain open communication with parents regarding their child’s progress and any concerns
- Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the daycare classroom
- Collaborate with other educators and staff to create a positive learning environment

Qualifications:

- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; early childhood education degree preferred
- Experience working with children in a daycare or educational setting
- Knowledge of child development principles and age-appropriate teaching methods
- Ability to effectively communicate with children, parents, and colleagues
- Patience, compassion, and a genuine love for working with children
- Ability to adapt to the needs of individual children, including those with special needs

Join our team of dedicated educators who are passionate about providing quality care and education to young children. Apply today to make a difference in the lives of children in our daycare program!

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on the needs of the daycare facility.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $15.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Can you start working ASAP?
• Do you have a current police check?
• Are you able to work 7.5 hours daily?

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Alberta childcare certification level 1,2 or 3 (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-30
Expected start date: 2024-05-02