Qualifications & Requirements

- ECE Level 2 or Level 3 certification is required.

- Proven experience working with young children in early childhood education settings, particularly preschool and Pre-K classrooms.

- Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum planning, implementation, and classroom management.

- Experience in curriculum development and implementation for both Preschool and Pre-K programs, with the ability to design engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.

- Demonstrated leadership skills in supervising, mentoring, and supporting teaching staff and classroom assistants.

- Experience working with children with disabilities, developmental differences, or special educational needs is highly valued.

- Montessori education, training, or classroom experience is an asset.

- Bilingual proficiency in English and French is an asset and would be an advantage in supporting diverse children and families.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with children, families, educators, and community partners.

- Knowledge of observation, documentation, assessment, and planning practices appropriate for early learning environments.

- Familiarity with computer operations and software applications used for record keeping, documentation, communication, and program administration.

- Ability to manage time efficiently while maintaining strong organizational standards in a fast-paced early learning environment.

- Current Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

- Valid First Aid & CPR certification is required.





- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional, supportive, and child-centred team.

- A strong commitment to creating an inclusive, nurturing, respectful, and engaging learning environment for every child.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and support the Preschool and Pre-K classrooms, ensuring high-quality programming and consistent implementation of the curriculum.

- Design and implement developmentally appropriate, engaging, and inclusive curriculum that supports children's social, emotional, physical, cognitive, language, and creative development.

- Mentor and provide guidance to educators and classroom assistants to promote consistency and quality in classroom practices.

- Support educators in planning meaningful learning experiences based on children's interests, strengths, developmental needs, and observations.

- Maintain a well-organized, welcoming, and stimulating classroom workplace.

- Build positive and respectful relationships with children and their families.

- Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure compliance with licensing requirements, centre policies, and best practices in early childhood education.

- Support inclusion and adapt programming to meet the needs of children requiring additional support.

- Maintain accurate classroom documentation, observations, attendance records, and other required records.

- Promote a play-based, child-centred learning environment, with Montessori practices incorporated where appropriate.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Director/ Preschool Pre-K Lead Educator (Red Deer)
🏢 Brainy Bees Montessori
📍 Red Deer