Preschool Teacher jobs in Calgary, AB

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Making a difference in the life of a Child

I am Mrs. Debaar, the Founder and Head Directress of Montessori Children's House Academy. Thank you for taking the time to carefully read about our available position. We were established in 1998 with a vision and passion to uphold the legacy of Maria Montessori (1870-1952). 28 years later, we continue to pride ourselves on providing Calgary families with a strong and true, fully implemented academic Montessori program that embraces every child's uniqueness and human spirit.

“The child is both a hope and a promise for mankind.”
Maria Montessori “

MCHA Campus I (2411 - 4th Street NW) is looking for a professional willing to learn about and enhance our Fully Implemented Academic Montessori Program and to join our culturally and educationally diverse team. This is a great position for an individual who wants to light up their Montessori soul and seek an academic environment to learn and grow in. We have a position for a Montessori Assistant in our Casa Program for ages 3 to 6. We are seeking child development professionals who are seeking a wonderful challenge and experience with a reputable Montessori organization. The successful candidates need to be willing to take Montessori courses and workshops.

The individuals will also need 3 years of experience in a Montessori facility or reputable Early Childhood facility and have a passion for working with children 3 up to 6 years of age. We are looking for the right individual who is professional, has a strong work ethic, and is willing to make a personal investment in MCHA, Montessori, and the team through their time and growth. The successful candidates must be coachable, collaborative, hardworking, and can invest in the MCHA vision.

Qualifications:

• Obtain the necessary Montessori certifications to fulfil the requirements of a position with MCHA.
• Early Childhood Educator certification in Alberta
• Must hold a level 3
• Must have 3 years of classroom experience
• Current First Aid certification
• Current and valid Criminal Record Check
• Must be willing to work an 8-hour rotating shift. Shifts will change every Monday
• Flexibility to attend after-hour functions such as team meetings, parent nights, etc.
• Ability to work with and support the Montessorian
• Strong planning skills
• Motivated
• Self-initiating
• Ability to follow the child
• Material Making
• Looking for a career
• Able to invest their time, energy and Montessori knowledge into the team, and first and foremost the children.
• Working with children in Montessori is more than an 8 to 5 job it is a career to be proud of.
• Able to work an 8-hour rotating shift between 7am and 6pm, schedule rotations are every week. We do not offer any permanent shifts.

If you feel that this position fits you personally and professionally, and you are looking for a long-term career, we look forward to hearing from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $3200.00 /month plus the government top-up wage based on your Alberta certification.

Benefits of working with MCHA:

• Salary not an hourly wage
• Benefits package
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• 7 paid sick days annually - Between September 1st and August 31st
• Professional Development days
• Paid time off between Christmas and New Year
• Paid Montessori workshops and courses
• Banked Hours
• After-hour Cleaners

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $3,200.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Application question(s):

• Are you interested in working in a Fully Implemented academic Montessori environment?
• Are you looking for a career or a job?
• Have you checked us out? www.montessoriway.ca?
• Have you checked out our Facebook page? http://www.facebook.com/montessori.it.makes.sense
• Are you prepared to take 2 Montessori courses and numerous workshops?
• Are you willing to work 8 hour weekly rotating shifts between 7:00am - 6:00pm
• Have you received your Early Childhood Level 3 certification in Alberta?

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Experience:

• classroom: 3 years (required)

Language:

• very fluent english (required)

Licence/Certification:

• First Aid Certification (preferred)
• Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (preferred)
• Early Childhood Educator - Level 3 (required)

Work Location: In person