Child Life jobs in Edmonton, AB

Robertson is the School of New Work. Our vision is for everyone to have a good life through a prosperous and fulfilling career. Our mission is to empower our learners with the most relevant training and up-to-date industry insights so that they may find fulfilling and meaningful careers.

At Robertson, motivated students can advance their education at their own schedule. The Robertson team assists students while in the program and after graduation to ensure they have the tools they need to succeed in a new career. Robertson team members are guides for our students on their career path as they navigate their college and educational experiences during their time at the College.

Overview

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  Monitoring, assisting, and mentoring students in ELC placements as required.
• Supporting and guiding students in a positive learning environment on duties and responsibilities of an ELC.
• Monitoring students’ skills on assigned tasks while out on practicum.
• Completing weekly reports on students and their progress.
• Providing feedback and assistance to students on positive or “need to work on” statements.
• Collaborating with the staff in completing a final evaluation on the student’s practical performance.
• Facilitating the filling out of practicum checklists.
• Reviewing final evaluations with each student.
• Documenting in computer based program daily & record daily performance of students

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  Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Director, Assistant Director, or in Child Care Management.
• ECE III certification required.
• Teaching experience/and or possession of an Instructor’s certificate is an asset.
• Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire students, and the ability to develop rapport with a diverse population.
• Confident and self-managing.
• Efficient with strong organizational skills.
• Dependable & punctual.
• Approachable.
• Adaptable and flexible (available days, evenings & weekends).
• Multicultural sensitivity/awareness.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Sound knowledge in computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint, Google Apps).

Job Type: Contract (Part-time)

Work Location: In-person in any of the below locations

• Grande Prairie, AB

• For McMurray. AB
• Yellowhead Country, AB
• Red Deer, AB
• Lethbridge, AB
• Hanna, AB

• Kitscoty, AB

Hourly Rate: $40 per hour

Don’t feel like you meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway! Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single requirement.

WHY WORK WITH US

Education Canada Group (the parent company of Robertson College) is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity in our inclusive work environment and encourage people from all walks of life to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. We embrace our team's differences and know that diversity in our team is the strength that drives our success. We want you to feel welcomed, energized, challenged, and engaged while having fun. Come and grow with us! If you are someone who loves the highs and lows of doing meaningful work with like-minded team members, we’d like to hear from you! If you would like to request reasonable accommodations for the interview process, please let us know.

As a company, we are committed to uplifting indigenous voices, respecting traditional lands, raising awareness and working in collaboration with Indigenous partners in the spirit of reconciliation.

We acknowledge that our campus, located in Winnipeg, is on Treaty 1 territory, the traditional lands and waters of Anishinaabe [AH - NISH - AH - NAH – BAY], Ininiwak, Anishininiwak, Dakota, and Dene (DEN-EH) peoples, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation located on Treaty 3.

In Alberta, we acknowledge Robertson College is on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai (Gay-aynah), Piikani (Pe-gun-ee)), the Tsuut’ina (soot-tin-a), the Iyarhe (E-a-hey) Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.

In Edmonton on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional gathering place, traveling route and home for many Indigenous Peoples, including the Nehiyawak/Cree, Tsuut’ina, Niitsitapi/Blackfoot, Métis, Nakota Sioux, Haudenosaunee/Iroquois, Dene Suliné, Anishinaabe/Ojibway/Saulteaux, and the Inuk/Inuit.

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.