Kepler Academy is looking for 1 Early Childhood Educator Level 1 at our Keswick location.

Employment Type: FullTime

Why should you be a part of Kepler Academy?

We are Edmonton and area's largest childcare provider

Our size and multiple locations allow our employees to realize unmatched career potential including management and support roles

You will be part of a fast growing, premier childcare facility

Employees have access to our commitment to professional development

You will become part of the change towards modern childcare including Exploratory Education, STEM, discovery, and child-led approach learning

Kepler Academy employees will be part of an organization that has a vast team dedicated to supporting our employees and child's needs including a Registered Dietician, Fitness & Music Teacher, Operations Support Team, Client Experience & Engagement, and Human Resources

In addition, at Kepler Academy you have an opportunity to be a part of an organization that puts people first, supports growth, offers health & wellness initiatives, strides for a positive workplace culture, and a competitive full compensation package.

Our strong commitment to a supportive workplace will ensure success for you when working at our Kepler Academy Centres as well as ensuring recognition of our team members and a fun workplace! If you want to start your career at Kepler Academy, we are excited to hear from you!

What else is in It for you?

Paid sick and wellness days

Paid vacation days and additional stat holidays

Group Benefit plan including health, dental, and life insurance

Employee perks and discounts with local partnerships

Paid education and internal growth opportunities

Employee discounted childcare at Kepler Academy up to 40%

What do we need from you?
Early Childhood Educators at Kepler Academywill primarily lead children in activities to stimulate and develop theirintellectual, physical,



and emotional growth and ensure their security andwell-being. You will also organize and implement programs for children rangingfrom infant care up to out-of-school-care.

As an Early Childhood Educator, we are lookingfor individuals with a passion for shaping young minds. You will play anintegral role in families lives by providing an enriched experience forchildren.

What will you do?

Developand implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical,cognitive, emotional and social development of children

Leadactivities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs, playing games,taking children to local points of interest and providing opportunities toexpress creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music andphysical activity

Planand maintain an environment that protects the health, security andwell-being of children

Assessthe abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress orproblems with parents and other staff members

Observechildren for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems andprepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor

Guideand assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing andtoilet habits

Establishand maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and communityservice providers working with children

Mayplan and organize activities for school-age children in child-careprograms before and after regular school hours





Maysupervise and coordinate activities of other early childhood educators andearly childhood educator assistants

Classroommaintenance and light cleaning duties required

Mayconduct diaper changes and support with handwashing and hygiene

You will possess the following:

Passionfor children that shines through in all you do

Commitmentto continuous learning

Safetyfirst attitude

Abilityto communicate creatively with strong oral and written skills

Understandingthat behaviors are a type of communication, and ability to translate theseto support the children's needs

Positivereinforcement and feedback to encourage a child's growth and confidence

Organizationaland time management skills

Solidknowledge & understanding of the Provincial Child Care Regulations

Playas a team player

Criticalthinking skills and ability to respond to urgent needs

Abilityto lift and carry children and equipment up to 50 pounds

Abilityto engage in active play, including bending, kneeling, and sitting on thefloor

Abilityto work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions

Required qualifications to work at KeplerAcademy:

ChildDevelopment Certificate issued in the Province of Alberta, Level 1, 2 or 3

ValidStandard Child Care / Level C First Aid certificate

VulnerableSector Police Information Check issued within the past 6 months

Previousexperience in childcare is considered as an asset

Knowledgeof child development principles and best practices in early childhoodeducation

Strongcommunication and interpersonal skills

Abilityto work collaboratively with a diverse team of childcare professionals

Kepler Academy welcomes people from allbackgrounds and walks of life, which is reflected in our largely diversecommunity of Kepler Academy employees. Kepler Academy is proud to be an equalopportunity employer and is committed to providing equal chance for allemployees and applicants.

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