Little Kids Club of Royal Vista is a new Early Learning and Childcare centre, inspired by a blend of Montessori's philosophy and Reggio Emilia practices.
Little Kids Club is licensed for a capacity of 36 children for ages 19 months to 5 years. The design and culture of the center creates a collaborative, connected community among the Children, Educators, and Families.
LKCRV is building a strong, collaborative team including the position of Early Childhood Educator for the mixed age group of children 19 months to 48 months. This position is supported within a team of a Centre Director and other Educators.
This is a great opportunity for an Educator who wants to help shape the culture and be part of the exciting early stages of a new centre.
About the Role
The part-time position is scheduled with a mixed age group of 19 months to under 4 years.
Anticipated hours are 7:15 to 1:15. There is great potential for the position to become full-time with enrollment growth.
As an ECE, you will play a key role in setting high-quality practices, collaborating with other Educators, and creating a warm, engaging environment for children and families.
You will bring your knowledge, experiences, and skills of implementing Reggio and/or Montessori practices, to provide a nurturing and responsive program for the children and families.
Responsibilities
The Early Childhood Educator will fulfill the following roles and responsibilities as active and engaged members of the Little Kids Club of Royal Vista team:
- Plan and implement age and developmentally appropriate programming and activities through a play-based model for children aged 19 months to under 4 years.
- Within a blended curriculum model of Montessori and Reggio practices, plan and present opportunities for children's development and learning based on your knowledge of the children's interests, needs and development.
- Create a positive and nurturing environment that meets the children’s social, emotional, intellectual, mental, spiritual, language and physical development.
- On-going implementation of LKCRV policies and practices.
- Build positive, respectful, supportive relationships with children, families and team members.
- Be an active, engaged participant of the professional child care team.
- Ensure on-going supervision strategies that ensure the children’s safety and well-being at all times.
- Carry out personal care routines to meet the needs of each child
- Effectively communicate and collaborate with families about their child’s experiences and needs.
- Maintain full compliance with of the AB Early Learning and Child Care Regulation and AHS Guidelines.
- Proficiently use the needed functions of Kinderlogix (previously Timesavr)
- Strong communication of the English language both verbally and written.
Qualifications
- ECE Level 2 or 3 required
- Minimum One Year experience in a group child care centre
- Experience providing a program the meets the needs, interests, and development of children ages 19 months to under 48 months.
- Training or experience with Montessori and/or Reggio Emilia approaches
- Strong communication, and organizational skills
- Passion for high-quality early learning and team collaboration
- Knowledge of AB ELCC Regulation and AHS Requirements for Childcare
- Current First Aid & CPR
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (dated within 6 months of start date)
What We Offer
- Wage: $17.50-$20.00 per hour + Top Up based on qualifications, knowledge, and experience in the ECE profession.
- Paid Personal Days Off
- Opportunity to help shape a new centre from the beginning
- Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- A respectful, child-centered work environment
If you are an experienced Level 2 or 3 ECE who enjoys providing a warm and engaging program for younger children, being part of a collaborative team, and providing a meaningful early learning program, we would love to hear from you.
Please understand that we will contact applicants that match the needs of the position.
Pay: $17.50-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- centre based child care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- ECE Level 2 or 3? (preferred)
Work Location: In person
