Please apply through Churchill Park website only: https://secure.collage.co/jobs/churchillpark/65257

Please note any resumes sent through Indeed will NOT be monitored.

Opening Date: August 31, 2026
Closing Date: September 7, 2026

Position Start Date: September 14, 2026

Our Vision: Where Igniting Children’s Potential is Our Passion

Kids@ Churchill Park is a non-profit child care and family support agency providing quality child care and early learning opportunities to Calgary families. We serve the child care needs of children from young infants to school age. As a non-profit charitable agency it is our mandate to support family life, healthy child development, and early learning. Kids@ Churchill Park works hard to exceed provincial standards in all areas. We invest in quality programs and services that enhance a child’s development, and promote a child’s well-being through program services and an emergent curriculum that builds upon the imagination and potential of each child. Kids@ Churchill Park teams are deeply committed to their own professional learning so that they can continue to offer the best in Calgary child care. For additional information about Kids@ Churchill Park, please go to our website at www.churchillpark.ca.

Profile of Kids@ Churchill Park - Parkside Child Care Centre:

- Serving children ages 0 months to 6 years
- Program runs 7:15am to 5:30pm - Monday to Friday
- 7.5 hour shift with a 1 hour unpaid break, Monday to Friday
- Location: 1407 7Ave NW, Calgary AB, T2N 1Z7

Duties and Responsibilities

- Provide a warm, nurturing, and inclusive environment that supports the safety, belonging, and meaningful participation of all children
- Support the emotional, social, physical, and intellectual development of children, with particular attention to children with extra support needs
- Provide direct support to inclusive children to promote engagement in daily routines, play, and learning experiences
- Implement developmentally appropriate,



open-ended learning experiences, including art and play-based activities, that encourage creativity, confidence, and self-expression
- Collaborate with educators to adapt activities, routines, and environments to reduce barriers and support individual needs
- Arrange and maintain the learning environment in alignment with the program’s vision and objectives
- Observe, document, and reflect on children’s learning and development, contributing to individual portfolios and inclusive support documentation as required
- Support the implementation of individualized strategies and accommodations recommended through Inclusive Child Care supports or centre management
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including attendance, documentation, checklists, and timesheets
- Participate in staff meetings, qualified learning opportunities, and internal and external workshops, including those related to inclusive practices
- Work collaboratively with the team to ensure all licensing standards are understood and consistently met
- Provide flexible support across the centre as needed, contributing to a positive and supportive team environment

Qualifications, Skills and Professional Attributes

- Alberta Child Care Certification - Level 1 minimum
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification and a current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire
- Experience and knowledge supporting children with extra support needs in an inclusive child care setting
- Familiarity with behaviour guidance strategies, visual supports, and individualized support plans is an asset




- Ability to collaborate with external professionals and inclusion supports as needed
- Understanding of strength-based and evidence-informed approaches is an asset
- Demonstrate knowledge of current best practices and professional standards in early learning and child care
- Experience observing, documenting, and supporting emergent curriculum
- Knowledge of Alberta’s curriculum framework (FLIGHT) is an asset
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Alberta Child Care Licensing Regulation
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to build and maintain positive, respectful relationships with families and colleagues
- Demonstrated teamwork skills, flexibility, and willingness to support the broader centre team
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Open to coaching, feedback, reflective practice, and shared leadership
- Commitment to ongoing learning through participation in professional development opportunities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Wages and Benefits

- Competitive wages plus Government Wage Top-Up Funding
- Annual benefits after successful completion of probation:
- Recognition of your birthday with a paid day off
- 2 weeks' vacation
- 3 flex days
- 9 sick days
- 25% child care discount
- Comprehensive Health Benefits after 180 days of employment

Kids@ Churchill Park is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid work permit.

Please apply through Churchill Park website only: https://secure.collage.co/jobs/churchillpark/65257

Please note any resumes sent through Indeed will NOT be monitored.

Pay: $17.56 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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