Assistant Teacher - Junior Preschool | McKnight Campus

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 2, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Support the Lead Teacher with play-based activities, classroom routines, and responsive care for children approximately 19 months to 3 years old, including as they move between learning environments. Assist with daily care and self-help skills, maintain a safe and engaging setting, and collaborate with educators and families to support children’s development.

Job details

Privacy Policy Job Openings Assistant Teacher - Junior Preschool | McKnight Campus Right Brain - Calgary, Alberta Department Right Brain Employment Type Full-time, hourly Minimum Experience Mid-level Overview: The early years are full of big milestones. At Fueling Brains Academies, you’ll help young children build confidence, independence and strong relationships as they learn through play, movement and everyday experiences. We’re looking for an Assistant Teacher to join our Junior Preschool team at our McKnight campus supporting children approximately 19 months to 3 years old. You’ll stay with a consistent group of children as they move throughout the day between our structured learning, creative learning and movement environments. This consistency helps children feel secure while developing independence, communication and early self-regulation skills. What You'll Do: Support the Lead Teacher with engaging activities, purposeful play and daily classroom routines. Stay with and support your group of children as they move between learning environments throughout the day. Provide warm, responsive care and help children navigate emotions, transitions and positive interactions with others. Support everyday routines including diapering and toileting, meals, handwashing, dressing, nap/rest time and outdoor play. Encourage children to build independence and age-appropriate self-help skills. Help maintain a safe, welcoming and engaging environment where every child can participate and grow. Work closely with Lead Teachers, fellow educators and families to support each child’s development. What You'll Bring: Alberta Early Childhood Educator certification (ECE Level 2 or 3 Preferred). Experience working with toddlers or preschool-aged children is preferred. A warm, patient and responsive approach to working with young children. An understanding of early childhood development and age-appropriate learning. Comfort supporting children with diapering, toileting, meals, rest routines and other daily care needs. Strong communication and teamwork skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children and families. A vulnerable sector check and Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR are required for the role. You’ll also need to be comfortable actively participating in indoor and outdoor activities and meeting the physical demands of working with children approximately 19 months to 3 years old. At Fueling Brains Academies, you’ll be part of a collaborative team helping children build the confidence, relationships and foundational skills they need during these important early years. Link to This Job Location Calgary, Alberta Department Right Brain Employment Type Full-time, hourly Minimum Experience Mid-level Privacy Policy Terms of Service © BambooHR All rights reserved. Privacy Policy Job Openings Assistant Teacher - Junior Preschool | McKnight Campus Right Brain - Calgary, Alberta Department Right Brain Employment Type Full-time, hourly What You'll Do: Support the Lead Teacher with engaging activities, purposeful play and daily classroom routines. Stay with and support your group of children as they move between learning environments throughout the day. Provide warm, responsive care and help children navigate emotions, transitions and positive interactions with others. Support everyday routines including diapering and toileting, meals, handwashing, dressing, nap/rest time and outdoor play. Encourage children to build independence and age-appropriate self-help skills. Help maintain a safe, welcoming and engaging environment where every child can participate and grow. Work closely with Lead Teachers, fellow educators and families to support each child’s development. What You'll Bring: Alberta Early Childhood Educator certification (ECE Level 2 or 3 Preferred). Experience working with toddlers or preschool-aged children is preferred. A warm, patient and responsive approach to working with young children. An understanding of early childhood development and age-appropriate learning. Comfort supporting children with diapering, toileting, meals, rest routines and other daily care needs. Strong communication and teamwork skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children and families. A vulnerable sector check and Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR are required for the role. You’ll also need to be comfortable actively participating in indoor and outdoor activities and meeting the physical demands of working with children approximately 19 months to 3 years old. At Fueling Brains Academies, you’ll be part of a collaborative team helping children build the confidence, relationships and foundational skills they need during these important early years. Link to This Job Location Calgary, Alberta Department Right Brain Employment Type Full-time, hourly Minimum Experience Mid-level Privacy Policy Terms of Service © BambooHR All rights reserved.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Alberta Early Childhood Educator certification is requested, with ECE Level 2 or 3 preferred; experience with toddlers or preschool-aged children is also preferred. Candidates need a warm, patient approach, knowledge of early childhood development, strong communication and teamwork skills, a vulnerable sector check, Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR, and the ability to participate in active indoor and outdoor work.