As an Early Learning and Childcare Educator (ELCE), you will be part of a passionate, collaborative team dedicated to providing high-quality care and early education for children aged 12 months to 5 years. In this role, you will foster a nurturing, inclusive, and stimulating environment that promotes each child's well-being, growth, and learning. You will implement creative, child-centered programming aligned with best practices in early childhood education, while ensuring safety, respect, and open communication with children, families, and fellow staff.CORE VALUES AND RESPONSIBILITIESCompassion: Demonstrate kindness, respectfulness and understanding in all interactions.Professionalism:Maintain a high standard of ethical behavior in all aspects of workAccountability: Responsible for providing high-quality care to childrenRespect:Treat each child, family and colleagues with respect and valuing their unique worthChild-Centered Approach:Focus on the individual need, interests and developmental stages of each childLifelong Learning:Engage in ongoing professional development and continuous improvementKEY RESPONSIBILITIESPlan and implement creative, flexible programming based on children's interests, sound theory and practiceSupport children's development through planned and spontaneous play-based learning experiencesPrepare materials and equipment for daily programmingPromote an inclusive and respectful atmosphere for all children and familiesSupervise and engage children in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, including during times of inclement weatherBuild strong, positive, and supportive relationships with children, families, and colleaguesMaintain ongoing communication with families, appropriate personnel and team members regarding children and the programProvide program supervision that meets the children's mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical needsUphold a secure, healthy and emotionally secure environment for the childrenPerform routine sanitation and sterilization of toys, equipment,



and high-touch surfacesAbility to work in a high energy environment with changing prioritiesRespond and adapt to ever changing situationsParticipate in required training programs including:ASaP training through GRITHiMama SoftwareAlberta's Early Learning Curriculum: Play, Participation and PossibilitiesBrain Story CertificationParticipate in initiatives supporting the agency and the communityPerform other duties as required.EDUCATIONCertification as an Alberta Early Childcare Educator – Level 3Completion of an Early Learning Childcare Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience combinedCompletion of FLIGHT – Alberta's Early learning and Care Framework an asset OR must have a willingness to obtainQUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTSExperience:Experience and/or education in working with children aged 12 months to 5 yearsAbility to apply intentional teaching and planning methodsStrong organizational skills and adaptability to changing prioritiesTeam player who can also work independentlyADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTAnnual membership to AECEA is required within 90 days of hireCurrent Alberta Intervention Record Check (obtained within the past 6 months or more recent to hire date)Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Clearance (obtained within the past 6 months or more recent to hire date at applicants' expense)Current certification in Standard Childcare First Aid with CPR/AED or Standard First Aid with CPR/AED (must be a 3-year certification and valid for 12 months)WORKING CONDITIONSFrequent kneeling, stooping, and squatting (up to 75% of the shift)Lifting to 50 lbs.Prolonged standing and walking (up to 75% of the shift)Occasional overhead reachingWillingness to wear PPE if requiredAt Community Options, our team is committed to maintaining a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive space. As an inclusive and equitable employer, we encourage and welcome all qualified individuals, particularly from racialized, BIPOC, and LGBTQ2S+ communities.Thank you to all who apply but only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Early Learning Childcare Educator (Edmonton)
🏢 Community Options A Society For Children & Families
📍 Edmonton