Child's Play is an Out of School Care Company that operates in 16 schools across Calgary and Area. We believe in the child’s right to play, and that play should be child led. We provide a happy and safe environment where children can explore the world around them in their own way. Our mission is to create and provide high quality play experiences that inspire and support healthy child development. Child’s Play philosophy and mission has originated and adopted from the UK play work principles. These principles establish the professional and ethical framework of Play. We have formed a training partnership with PARS to provide extensive training containing theories, methods, and techniques which enable practitioners to articulate development, and evaluate their Play work practice. This training is delivered to all levels of Child’s Play employees with our in-house PARS trainer.

Our staff are our most valuable resources. Child’s Play strives to hire individuals who are committed to the profession. We are currently hiring for our Calgary SW locations, for the 2025-2026 school year. Hours are split shift Monday - Thursday 7am -9am/2pm - 6pm and Friday 7am - 9am/12pm - 6pm.

We are looking for someone who:

· Is level 1,2,3 childcare certified. If an applicant does not have a level 1 childcare certificate, they must be willing to obtain within 6 months when hired.

· Valid First Aid

· Current criminal record check with vulnerable sector within the last 6 months

· Build meaningful relationships with the children in the program by actively supervising and engaging children with play opportunities.

• Be part of a professional team that is guided by the organization’s mission, philosophy, policy and procedures

• Be prepared to do any of the tasks required for indoor or outdoor activities.

• Implement program planning activities in a fun and engaging manner

• Guide behavior and maintain a safe environment that is respectful to the children’s strengths and needs.

• Complete cleaning responsibilities daily and as needed.

What we offer

· Health benefits including dental, vision, and wellness

· Paid birthdays off

· Paid vacation after the first year

· Yearly performance bonus

· Split shift/flexible working accommodation

· opportunities for advancement within our company

· ongoing support, and mentoring from our site managers and head office team

· Operational days are based on the traditional school calendar, we are closed Christmas break, teacher’s convention, spring and summer break.

· Social events

If this sounds like you and are committed to providing the best possible play experiences for every child in our program, please send a cover letter, and resume to tara@childsplaycanada.ca.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.37-$19.42 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Alberta Child Care: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Alberta Child Care Certificate (required)
• First Aid and CPR Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-03-21
Expected start date: 2025-08-26