Wild Heart Children's Centre (WHCC) is a not-for-profit early learning program whose mission is to create environments of vitality, where people are connected and engaged in joyful discovery. If you are committed to being intentional, team-oriented, and reflective in your work, enthusiastic about ongoing professional development, and have a disposition towards inquiry, we'd love to hear from you.

We are seeking an educator who loves the outdoors, has proven skills working with 2-year-olds, and enthusiastically supports primary educators in implementing and evaluating curriculum with social and emotional well-being as the foundation. Building respectful partnerships with children, family, and team is a vital component of this role.

We have a preferred start date of October 13, but would consider an alternative date for the right candidate.

Hours of work will vary between 7am and 530pm. We engage in professional reflection twice per month on Monday evenings from 530pm to 7pm. The starting hourly range for this position is $23.25 per hour (based on level two certification and including wage top-up), with regular opportunities for wage increases.

Qualifications:




Early Childhood Educator Level 1 certification is required; Level 2 is preferred
Experience working with young children in a child care setting

Successful candidates will:

Have knowledge in the following areas:
Flight
Child development theories and practices
Developmentally appropriate program planning
Relevant legislation, policies and procedures
Technology, including Google platforms

Be required to provide current:
Police Information Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check
Child Intervention Record Check
First Aid/CPR Certificate

WHCC offers an exceptional team experience in a dynamic and creative work setting. If you love working with children and families, and feel you can meet the demands of this role, please respond with your cover letter, resume and references.

Job Type: Full time

Pay: From $23.25 per hour

Benefits
Casual dress
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off

Licence/Certification:
Alberta Child Care Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Early Childhood Educator Edmonton
🏢 Wild Heart Children's Centre
📍 Edmonton