What We’re Looking For:

Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Childhood Guide to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in early childhood education and a commitment to fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children. This role involves developing and implementing engaging curricula that promote the social, emotional, and cognitive development of children in our care.

Timeline - ASAP

Responsibilities

- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that align with educational standards.
- Create a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that encourages exploration and learning.
- Monitor and assess children's progress in various areas including literacy, math, and social skills.
- Utilize effective behavior management techniques to maintain a positive classroom atmosphere.
- Collaborate with parents and guardians to support children's development and address any concerns.
- Provide individualized support for children with special needs or those requiring early intervention.
- Mentor and support Level 1 and Level 2 staff to ensure high-quality learning experiences.
- Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and other relevant documentation.

Skills

- Strong knowledge of curriculum development and lesson planning tailored for early childhood education.
- Experience working with children in various settings such as daycare, preschool, or private schools.




- Familiarity with childhood development principles and behavior management strategies.
- Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Ability to implement literacy education strategies that foster reading readiness.
- Experience in teaching physical education or incorporating physical activity into daily routines.
- Knowledge of standardized testing practices as they relate to early childhood education.
- Familiarity with Montessori methods or other innovative teaching approaches is a plus.
- Understanding of child welfare principles to ensure the safety and well-being of all students. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners by providing them with the foundation they need for lifelong success!

What we are looking for:

- Level 3 Early Childhood Educator Certification (Alberta).
- Experience leading classrooms or mentoring educators.
- Solid leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Passion for early learning and holistic child development.
- CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).

Why join us?

- Continuous Learning and development.
- Government Top-up on top of base pay above.
- 10 Vacation days + extra days closed in a year.
- Full time position with health, dental, vision.
- 40% child care discount .
- Fun and creative!

Creative - Holistic - Excellence

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $19.75-$22.56 per hour

Perks:

- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off

Application question(s):

- Do you have ECE Level 3 Certificate?

Location:

- Lethbridge, AB (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Level 3 Early Childhood Educator (Canada)
🏢 The Stars Early Learning & Montessori
📍 Canada