We're looking for educators who bring more than just their qualifications to the classroom. We're looking for people who bring creativity, curiosity, and personality!

At Happy Dreamers Daycare, we believe early childhood education is so much more than supervising children and following a daily schedule.

We believe children are mighty learners, capable of incredible things when they're given the space, encouragement, and opportunities to explore their world.

We believe in the power of play, meaningful relationships, and environments that inspire curiosity, creativity, and discovery.

And we believe that incredible childcare starts with an incredible team.

We're looking for passionate, enthusiastic Early Childhood Educators to join our growing team in southwest Edmonton.

Who We're Looking For

We're not looking for perfect educators. We're looking for educators who are passionate about what they do, confident enough to bring their own ideas to the table, and open-minded enough to keep learning.

You might be a excellent fit for Happy Dreamers if you:

- Have a genuine passion for early childhood education and understand that children learn best through meaningful, play-based experiences.
- Are familiar with Alberta's FLIGHT Curriculum Framework or have experience with emergent curriculum, Reggio Emilia-inspired practices, or other child-centred, play-based philosophies.
- Bring creativity, enthusiasm, and your own unique personality into the classroom.
- See children as capable, competent learners and approach their behaviours with curiosity, empathy, and understanding.
- Understand that guidance is about connection, relationships, and teaching skills rather than punishment, threats, or control.
- Enjoy collaborating with others, sharing ideas, and contributing to a positive and supportive workplace.
- Are reflective in your practice and open to feedback, professional development, and trying new approaches.
- Take initiative, communicate openly, and contribute to solutions rather than focusing on problems.
- Are dependable, professional, and committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for children, families, and colleagues.
- Want to be part of something meaningful and grow alongside a team that genuinely cares about the work they do.

Most importantly,



we want someone who loves being an educator. Someone who gets excited about children's discoveries, finds joy in the little moments, and isn't afraid to get messy, be silly, think outside the box, or try something new.

The Happy Dreamers Way

At Happy Dreamers, we have our own approach to early childhood education, grounded in respect, relationships, empowerment, and intentional, play-based learning.

Every educator who joins our team participates in The Happy Dreamers Way, our internal training and professional development program designed to build a shared understanding of our philosophy, values, and educational practices.

We don't expect you to know everything when you arrive. But we do expect you to come with a foundation in play-based education, a willingness to reflect on your practice, and an eagerness to grow.

Our goal isn't to make every educator the same. It's to empower each educator to bring their own strengths, perspectives, and creativity to a shared philosophy.

What You'll Be Doing

- Creating engaging, thoughtful, play-based learning environments that respond to children's interests, strengths, and emerging ideas.
- Building meaningful, respectful relationships with children and families.
- Observing, documenting, and extending children's learning through intentional experiences and provocations.
- Supporting children's emotional development through positive guidance, co-regulation, and connection.
- Collaborating with your team to reflect on practices, solve challenges, and continuously improve the classroom experience.
- Supporting daily routines, health, safety, and licensing requirements while respecting children's individual needs.
- Participating in The Happy Dreamers Way training, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
- Contributing to a workplace culture built on mutual respect, encouragement, accountability, and teamwork.

Qualifications

Required:





- Alberta Early Childhood Educator certification (Level 1, 2, or 3).
- A working understanding of FLIGHT or another established play-based, child-centred educational approach.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to meet Alberta childcare licensing and employment requirements, including a satisfactory vulnerable sector check.
- First Aid & CPR

Preferred:

- Previous experience working in a licensed childcare setting.
- Experience implementing emergent curriculum and documenting children's learning.
- Experience with positive child guidance and inclusive educational practices.
- A demonstrated interest in ongoing professional growth.

What Makes Happy Dreamers Different? We're building more than a childcare centre. We're building a community of educators who feel valued, supported, and empowered to do meaningful work.

We believe educators deserve the same respect, encouragement, and opportunities for growth that we strive to provide for children.

We value new ideas. We encourage questions. We celebrate individual strengths. And we believe that when educators feel supported and inspired, children benefit.

We're continuously learning, growing, and strengthening our practices, and we're looking for people who are excited to be part of that journey.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're an educator who believes in the power of play, loves bringing creativity and personality into your work, and wants to be part of a team that's passionate about doing things differently, we'd love to meet you!

Send us your resume and a short introduction telling us a little about yourself, your approach to early childhood education, and why you think you'd be a great fit for Happy Dreamers.

We can't wait to meet the educators who will help shape our next chapter!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $16.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits

- Casual dress
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Tuition reimbursement

Application question(s):
- Are you familiar with the Alberta FLIGHT framework or other play based learning curriculums?

Experience:
- Daycare: 1 year (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Licence/Certification:
- First Aid Certification (required)
- Alberta Childcare Staff Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Early Childhood Educator (Edmonton)
🏢 Happy Dreamers Daycare
📍 Edmonton