Make a Difference Every Day:

Bragg Creek Education Services Association (BCESA) is seeking caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Educational Assistants to join our Early Intervention team supporting children at our partnered daycares in Calgary, AB.

As an Educational Assistant, you will work alongside teachers, therapists, and childcare educators to help preschool-aged children reach their developmental goals within their everyday classroom environment.

If you love working with young children, enjoy being part of a collaborative team, and want a career where every day makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Hiring Timeline

- Interviews will be conducted in September 2026
- Positions begin October 2026

Calgary Locations

- a variety of daycares in Calgary

Compensation

- Starting at $22.00/hour
- Paid Professional Development
- Supportive multidisciplinary team
- Ongoing training and mentorship

Hours

- Part-Time: Approximately 15 hours/week (Monday–Friday mornings)
- Full-Time: Approximately 30 hours/week (Monday–Friday)

What You'll Do As a BCESA Educational Assistant, you will:

- Support children with diverse learning and developmental needs within the classroom
- Build positive, trusting relationships with children
- Implement individualized learning strategies under the guidance of teachers and therapists
- Encourage children's confidence, independence, and participation
- Assist with classroom routines and activities
- Monitor progress and maintain documentation
- Work collaboratively with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Behaviour Consultants, Psychologists, Education Coordinators, teachers, and childcare staff
- Help create an inclusive and engaging learning environment

Qualifications We're looking for someone who has:





- Level 1 Early Childhood Educator Certification (minimum)
- Experience working with young children in a preschool, daycare, or school setting
- One or more years of relevant experience (preferred)
- Post-secondary education in education, child development, psychology, or related fields is considered an asset
- CPR/First Aid Certification (asset)

Skills & Attributes

Successful candidates are

- Compassionate and patient
- Excellent communicators
- Positive and encouraging
- Organized and dependable
- Able to adapt to changing priorities
- Comfortable working independently and collaboratively
- Passionate about supporting children's development

Professional Development BCESA believes in supporting our staff through ongoing learning.

Monthly paid Career development sessions are held in Redwood Meadows, where Educational Assistants come together to learn from our therapy team, collaborate with colleagues, and continue developing their skills.

Requirements The successful candidate must provide:

- Current Criminal Record Check
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Valid driver's licence and reliable transportation (recommended due to travel to Redwood Meadows for interviews and monthly Professional Development)

About BCESA Bragg Creek Education Services Association (BCESA) is a non-profit organization providing Early Intervention services to preschool-aged children across Alberta. Our multidisciplinary team partners with childcare centres, preschools, educators, therapists, and families to help every child reach their full potential through inclusive, play-based learning.

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Application question(s)

- Access to transportation outside of Calgary for Professional Development and Training days?

Experience:
- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Language:
- English (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Educational Assistant (Calgary)
🏢 Bragg Creek Education Services Associati
📍 Calgary