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Job Overview

Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Preschool Teacher at our Mahogany Location! In this dynamic role, you will inspire young minds, foster a nurturing learning environment, and support the developmental growth of children aged 2 to 5 years. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help create a positive, engaging atmosphere where children feel safe, valued, and excited to learn. This paid position offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's early years while developing your teaching skills in a lively, supportive setting.

Duties

• Plan and implement age-appropriate educational activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development
• Create a welcoming classroom environment that encourages curiosity and exploration
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and team members to support each child's unique needs
• Maintain accurate records of children's progress and daily activities using computer-based tools
• Support children with special needs or disabilities by adapting activities and providing personalized care
• Manage classroom routines efficiently, including transitions, meal times, and rest periods
• Lead by example to foster positive behavior, teamwork, and leadership among children

About Us

Welcome to Early Minds Preschool, a place where curiosity is celebrated, and play is our love language! We believe that children are natural researchers, explorers, and creators. Our centre is a warm, joyful community where both kids and educators thrive together. We are looking for an inspiring, big-hearted Program Leader to guide our classroom team. If you love stepping into a leadership role while getting down on the floor, getting messy with art, and helping both children and co-teachers grow, we would love to welcome you to the Early Minds family!

What You'll Do Every Day

• Lead the Learning: Take charge of watching what the children are interested in and lead your classroom team in building a flexible, fun curriculum using play based hands on learning.
• Design Creative Spaces: Guide the setup of welcoming classroom stations that invite children aged 2 to 6 to explore, take safe risks, and play with structured open-ended materials.
• Champion Safety & Care: Ensure your classroom team keeps a close, caring eye on our mixed-age group, making sure everyone follows Alberta Child Care Licensing Regulations.
• Oversee Milestones: Coordinate child evaluations three times a year to track growth, celebrate achievements, and ensure high-quality documentation is shared with families.
• Model Positive Guidance: Set the tone for helping children navigate big emotions with gentle words and positive guidance, mentoring your team on best practices.
• Build Strong Connections: Welcome parents with a smile, handle family communications with empathy, and serve as the main point of contact for your program room.
• Mentor Your Team: Lift up, guide, and collaborate with your assistant teachers and co-workers, creating a positive, organized, and joyful team dynamic.

The Qualities We Care About Most

• Spark of Creativity: We want a truly creative soul who can see a cardboard box and turn it into a spaceship! You love thinking outside the box, bringing fresh, imaginative ideas to the classroom every single day.
• A True Team Player: Collaboration is everything to us. You work beautifully alongside your co-teachers, communicate openly, and believe that we are all stronger when we support each other.
• Rock-Solid Reliability: Young children thrive on routine and familiarity. We need a dependable leader who arrives on time every day, ready to welcome our families with a consistent, reassuring presence.
• True Passion for Play: An educator who genuinely loves child-led learning and sees meaning in everyday play moments.

What You Must Have to Apply (Mandatory Requirements)

• Clear Background Checks: A current, clear Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search (completed within the last 6 months) must be provided before your start date.
• Up-to-Date First Aid: A valid Standard Childcare First Aid and CPR Level B or C certification.
• Alberta ECE Certification: A valid Alberta ECE Level 2 (Child Development Worker) or Level 3 (Child Development Supervisor) certificate.
• Leadership Experience: Experience working in a licensed play-based curriculum setting, with a proven ability to lead a classroom team.
• Energy and Warmth: The physical stamina to run, jump, sit on the floor, and lift up to 40 lbs, combined with excellent communication skills.

Pay: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Work Location: In person