The Lower Sackville Nursery School is looking for a caring, energetic, and dependable School Age Educator to join our team in a permanent, full-time position.

The successful candidate will work with children ages 4–12 years, helping to create a welcoming, engaging, and inclusive setting where children can build friendships, explore their interests, and enjoy a variety of age-appropriate activities.

Responsibilities include planning and participating in activities, supervising indoor and outdoor play, supporting positive interactions among children, and helping maintain a safe and organized program environment.

Please note that this position does involve some walking, including walking with groups of children as part of the school-age program. Applicants should be comfortable being active and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.

We are looking for someone who:

- Enjoys working with school-age children and understands their unique needs and interests.
- Is warm, patient, dependable, and able to build positive relationships with children
- Works well as part of a team.
- Is comfortable supervising groups of children both indoors and outdoors.
- Is able to participate in regular walking as part of the position.
- Can bring creativity, enthusiasm, and initiative to the program.

Requirements





- Experience working with children in educational or childcare settings is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of early childhood education principles and child development stages.
- Strong tutoring or teaching skills to support children's academic growth.
- Ability to create engaging activities that cater to diverse interests and abilities.
- Excellent communication skills to connect effectively with children, parents, and team members.
- Demonstrated patience, enthusiasm, and a proactive attitude toward fostering a positive learning environment.
- Must be able to pass background checks and meet any applicable licensing standards.

Join us in making a difference by providing energetic, caring support that empowers children to thrive academically and socially. We look forward to hearing from you!

Pay: $18.00-$32.19 per hour

Expected hours: 42.5 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Experience:

- Childcare: 2 years (required)

Language:

- English (required)

Licence/Certification:

- NS Early Childhood Education Classification Level 1, 2 or 3 (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 School Age Educator (Lower Sackville)
🏢 Lower Sackville Nursery School
📍 Lower Sackville