JOB SUMMARY

Stoney Health Services is seeking an Early Years Educator – Level 3 to join the Nakoda Headstart Early Learning team in Mînî Thnî.

The Early Years Educator works collaboratively with the Headstart team to provide play-based early learning experiences for children ages 3–5 in a positive, stimulating, culturally appropriate, creative, and nurturing environment.

The program supports children's development, self-awareness, self-esteem, school readiness, and connection to Stoney Nakoda culture, language, and community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Plan and deliver culturally relevant, play-based indoor and outdoor learning activities.
- Support children's social-emotional, language, literacy, cognitive, motor, and physical development.
- Plan and facilitate daily activities, circle times, and learning routines.
- Provide individual and small-group support to children.
- Support children with eating, dressing, toileting, hygiene, and other daily routines.
- Incorporate Stoney Nakoda language, culture, traditions, and values into children's learning experiences.
- Support structured, natural, and land-based learning opportunities.
- Help identify and support children's developmental needs in collaboration with the Coordinator and interdisciplinary partners.
- Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and nurturing learning environment.
- Build respectful and trusting relationships with parents, caregivers, and families.
- Support family participation and culturally grounded community activities.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and confidentiality.
- Participate in team meetings, professional development, quality improvement, risk management, and other Stoney Health Services initiatives.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

- Level III Early Childhood Education Certificate (Alberta Child Care Staff Certification) – REQUIRED.
- Previous experience working with young children and families is preferred.
- Experience working within Indigenous communities or with Indigenous children and families is considered an asset.




- Current Infant and Child First Aid and CPR Certification.
- Strong understanding of child development and early learning best practices.
- Commitment to culturally safe, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practice.
- Solid communication, organization, teamwork, and time-management skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
- Valid Class 4 Alberta Driver's Licence and clean driving record preferred.
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector and Child Welfare Check are conditions of employment.

SCHEDULE & LOCATION

- Nakoda Headstart – Mînî Thnî, Alberta
- Monday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | 35 hours per week
- The program follows a school-style calendar, with scheduled time away during summer vacation, spring break, and the December/Christmas break, rather than a separate vacation entitlement during the instructional year.
- A travel allowance is available for eligible employees who live outside Mînî Thnî.

HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to: [email protected] or apply through indeed.ca.

Please use the subject line: Early Years Educator – Level 3 Application – [Your Name]

In your cover letter, please include:

- Confirmation that you hold your Alberta Level III Early Childhood Educator certification
- Your education and relevant certifications
- Your years of experience working with young children and families
- Any experience working with Indigenous communities, children, or families
- Your wage expectations
- Confirmation that you are able to commute to Mînî Thnî daily
- Your earliest available start date

Applicants currently living outside Alberta: Please explain why you are interested in relocating to Alberta and provide your anticipated relocation timeline. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided, and candidates are responsible for their own relocation arrangements and expenses. Please feel free to share this opportunity with anyone who may be a great fit!

Work Location: In person

📌 EARLY YEARS EDUCATOR (Level 3)- Stoney Health Services (Morley)
🏢 Stoney Tribal Administration
📍 Morley