Legacy Childcare in Slave Lake, Alberta is looking for a full-time Early Childhood Educator to work one on one with a school aged child who requires extra care and attention. This position could also include working as a regular room staff when school is in session.

Applicants certified as a Level 1 Early Childhood Educator are preferred but we are willing to train the right person. Experience working with children diagnosed with Autism is an asset. The shift for this position will be 8 hours, Monday-Friday, with a one-hour lunch break. This position could be adapted for part-time work, 230-5pm and all pd days and school breaks, if the right candidate is only seeking part-time work.

As we offer a learning through play-based program, in order to facilitate learning, candidates must be willing to participate in children’s play. This would consist of sitting on the floor actively participating in play, going outside daily, planning engaging play experiences that challenge children's creativity and imagination, being receptive to children's needs and helping them reach developmental milestones.

Candidates must be willing to work with any children ages 0-12 years, at all levels of development. Willingness to work with children who display challenging behaviors or various levels of ability is required. Individuals must be able to make appropriate accommodations to support learning and development for all children. All children are welcome at Legacy Childcare; though all children are different,



they are all supported and treated with the same respect and compassion.

Building positive relationships and having open communication with children, families and team members is an important part of working in child care. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, be warm, welcoming and approachable. Problem solving skills and being open to new ideas and perspectives is an asset.

We are looking for individuals with a positive outlook, who can easily take direction, are flexible and work well as part of a team. A successful candidate would be patient, kind and have a passion for working with children, be interested in child development and be willing to continuously learn new things to improve their practice with children.

Professional Development and continued education are essential when working with children, candidates must be willing to take part in various training opportunities relevant to the position. Certified Early Childhood Educators will qualify for professional development funding.

If you think you would be a good candidate for this position, please apply with a detailed resume and include references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.13 per hour

Advantages

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Are you available to work an eight hour shift, Monday-Friday?
- Are you currently living in Slave Lake, Alberta, Canada?

Work Location: In person

📌 Early Childhood Educator for Inclusive Child Care (Great Slave Lake)
🏢 Legacy Childcare
📍 Great Slave Lake