Out of School Care Educator
Happy House Daycare | Cold Lake North, Alberta
Do you love working with children and making a positive difference in their day? Are you passionate about creating a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive?
Happy House Daycare North is looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Out of School Care Educator to join our team!
We are a licensed Alberta daycare committed to providing a welcoming environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore their interests.
Position Details:
- Position: Early Childhood Educator – Out of School Care
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
- Location: Happy House Daycare, Cold Lake North
- Certification: Level 1, 2, or 3
- Base Wage: $16.00–$19.00/hour
- Additional Government Wage Top-Up: $2.64–$8.62/hour for all Level 1, 2, and 3 ECEs
- Schedule: Varying shifts
- Children's Ages: 0–12 years
Wages are based on education and certification level. The applicable government wage top-up is provided in addition to base wages for all Level 1, 2, and 3 ECEs.
Who We're Looking For:
We welcome applicants who hold any of the following qualifications:
- Alberta Childcare Staff Certification (Level 1, 2, or 3) - Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Certificate, Diploma, or equivalent
- Bachelor of Education Degree
- Educational Assistant Certificate or Diploma
- Social Worker Diploma
- Bachelor of Child and Youth Care or equivalent relevant qualification
Not certified yet? We encourage you to apply if you are willing to obtain your Level 1 Early Childhood Educator certification through the free online government course.
Required Certifications & Checks:
- Alberta Childcare Staff Certification (Level 1, 2, or 3), or willingness to obtain Level 1 certification
- First Aid Certificate
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Child Intervention Record Check
Your Role & Responsibilities:
As part of our caring team, you will:
- Develop and implement high-quality, engaging programs that support children's physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development.
- Create a safe, nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment that protects children's health and well-being.
- Plan and organize fun, age-appropriate activities that encourage learning, creativity, exploration, and physical development.
- Support children's independence, self-help skills, and confidence.
- Observe children's abilities, interests, and developmental needs, and communicate progress with parents and team members.
- Supervise children during daily activities, field trips, outings, and special events.
- Build positive, collaborative relationships with children, families, co-workers, and community service providers.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.
- Participate in staff meetings and professional development opportunities as required.
What to Expect:
This position involves active work with children, including sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling, lifting, and repetitive tasks. Attention to detail and the ability to maintain a safe and supportive environment for children are important.
Ready to Join Our Happy House Family?
If you are caring, reliable, enthusiastic, and excited to make a difference in children's lives, we would love to hear from you!
Send your resume to:
[email protected]
Apply today! This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been selected.
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Come grow, learn, and make happy memories with us at Happy House Daycare!
Pay: $18.64-$27.62 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- In office childcare
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
📌 Early Childcare Educator (Cold Lake)
🏢 Happy House Daycare NORH
📍 Cold Lake