Early Childhood Educator Level 2 & 3

Why should you join our team?
At Kids Connection of Strathmore, we are passionate about our work and know that we are creating a positive impact in the community. Our staff feel welcome from the first day they start and quickly feel a sense of belonging here as we bring our hearts to work every day. If you are passionate about your work, want to make the community a better place, and develop your leadership skills this is the place for you!

What does this role look like at Kids Connection of Strathmore?
The staff oversees/implements the daily planning and implementation.

Reports to and works under the guidance of the Program Director.

The childcare professionals are responsible for preparing and implementing a monthly programming plan on the interest of the child that is age appropriate and develops the physical, emotional and intellectual skills of the children.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for the daily supervision of children

Responsible for the awareness of all centers policies, health regulations, safety, field trip, Provincial day care regulations

Responsible for awareness of all pertinent information concerning each child

Responsible for creating an environment within the center the guides the children in their play and create opportunities for the children to make suitable decisions and choices

Responsible for awareness of all housekeeping duties and ensuring that all work areas remain clean and organized

Responsible for maintaining a current knowledge of techniques and programs used in the field of early childhood this will require attendance at various workshops and seminars

Responsible to stay current with research and emerging best practices in health and safety as recommended by licensing and health authorities

Responsible to know which children if any use emergency medications, where the medications are stored, and how to administer them if necessary

Responsible to ensure a safety checklist is being completed on the building, play areas, toys,



materials and furnishings have been inspected to ensure they are safe, in good repair and hygienically maintained.

What qualifications are we looking for?

1+ year experience

Child Development Certificate (ECE) Level 2 or 3

Completion of certificate or diploma in early childhood education

Clear Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check only if working with Children), dated within 6 months is required.

Current Standard First Aid or wiling to gain it.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the confidentiality required for the protection of the children and parents

Ability to prepare neat accurate written work

Skilled communication and observation techniques

Ability to organize and implement daily programming

Ability to work with others

Ability and flexibility to work with all age groups

Ability to work with a minimum amount of supervision

Ability to understand and implement daily routines

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

No weekends

Day, early morning, morning

Language of Work:
English

Work Location:
Kids Connection

710 2nd Street

Strathmore, Alberta

T1P 1E8

Position Type:
Permanent, Full time – 32~44 hours per week

Salary – $22.58 ~ 28.62 (CAD) per hour

Benefits and Perks:

Bonus

Group insurance benefits (including life insurance, dental, disability, health care, paramedical services coverage, vision care plans)

Ongoing Leadership Development and Opportunities

Opportunities for Training and Recertification

Learning/training paid by employer

On-site daycare available

Team building opportunities

Free parking available

Parking available

We welcome all applicants and encourage members of underrepresented groups, including vulnerable youth, newcomers, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, asylum claimants with valid work permits, to apply.

We thank you for your interest; however, please take note that we will be contacting only those candidates that have been selected for the next steps.

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