Early Childhood Educator - Level 2

Job summary

Support the implementation of an emergent curriculum while fostering the emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development of children. Maintain a safe, nurturing environment and collaborate with families and external professionals to ensure high-quality care.

Job details

WE'RE HIRING! Are you passionate about supporting young children as they learn, grow, and thrive? At Kids & Company, our educators are at the heart of everything we do. With over 100 locations across Canada, we provide meaningful career opportunities, ongoing professional development, and the chance to make a positive impact in the lives of children and families every day. RESPONSIBILITIES * Support the implementation of an Emergent Curriculum that meets the developmental needs of children. * Foster children's emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development. * Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment. * Complete daily documentation, health checks, and classroom records. * Maintain licensing, health, and safety standards. * Support daily routines, transitions, and classroom activities. * Collaborate with families and external professionals, including Speech and Occupational Therapists. * Work collaboratively with team members to ensure high-quality care and education. * Participate in ongoing training and team meetings as required. QUALIFICATIONS * Valid Alberta Early Childhood Educator Certification. * Standard Child Care First Aid & CPR Level B. * Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check (within the last 3 months). * Strong communication and interpersonal skills. * Reliable, flexible, and team-oriented. * Experience working with toddlers is considered an asset for Toddler Educator positions. * Ability to lift and/or support up to 45 lbs. WHY JOIN KIDS & COMPANY? * 35% Child Care Discount * 20 Days of FREE Backup Child Care Annually * Career growth and advancement opportunities * Ongoing training and professional development * Recognition programs and a supportive team culture * Opportunity to work with one of Canada's leading child care organizations APPLY TODAY! Join our passionate team and help create an environment where children can learn, explore, and reach their full potential. Kids & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and hiring process.

What you’ll do

Support the implementation of an emergent curriculum while fostering the emotional, social, cognitive, and physical development of children. Maintain a safe, nurturing environment and collaborate with families and external professionals to ensure high-quality care.

Requirements

Requires a valid Alberta Early Childhood Educator Certification, Standard Child Care First Aid & CPR Level B, and a current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and the ability to lift up to 45 lbs.

Benefits

• 35% Child care discount • 20 Days of free backup child care annually • Career growth and advancement opportunities • Ongoing training and professional development • Recognition programs • Supportive team culture

Listed skills

• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Early childhood education
• Emergent curriculum
• Child development
• Classroom management
• Health and safety compliance
• Documentation
• Collaboration
• Communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• First aid
• CPR
• Health And Safety Standards
• Lifting Ability
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Child Development
• Communication
• Emergent Curriculum
• Interpersonal Communications
• Team Oriented

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Early Childhood Educator
• Preschool / Childcare Teacher
• Early Childhood Educators
• Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education