Wildflowers Jasper AB Childcare Early Childhood Educator

Full Time Extended Term Posting: #24.068

Wildflowers Childcare
Jasper, AB
$21.12–$26.08 an hour - Temporary, Full-time, Fixed term contract

Job Details

Pay: $21.12–$26.08 an hour
Job type: Full-time, Temporary
Shift and schedule: Overtime, Monday to Friday
Location: Jasper, AB

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Job Description:

The primary function of this position is to create, prepare, and deliver developmentally appropriate, interesting, and imaginative activities for the children attending our program. The successful candidate will be able to meet the needs of each individual as well as the needs of the group in their daily practice. It is essential for the individual to have excellent interpersonal skills and work effectively within a dynamic, innovative team environment. Experience and/or training working with children with diverse needs is an asset. Additionally, this individual will spend a lot of time outside and fulfill some light housekeeping duties.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure the safety and well-being of each child; deliver developmentally appropriate, exciting, and engaging care.
2. Plan and implement a suitable program for imaginative activities for the children attending to ensure high-quality care and to meet the program needs.
3. Engage positively and appropriately with individuals to have excellent interpersonal skills and work effectively within a dynamic, innovative team.
4. Participate in all physical activities within the environment including hiking, biking, sports, and other activities.
5. Perform and be responsible for light housekeeping duties.
6. Ensure the safety and maintenance of the equipment and toys at all times.

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Post-secondary education with a Level 1 – Early Childhood Educator certification from Alberta; ability to become certified within 6 months of beginning employment.
2. Valid Standard First Aid and CPR certification.
3. Favourable Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector.
4. Program planning and implementation skills.
5. Excellent oral and written skills.
6. Demonstrated leadership ability.
7. Sound knowledge of child development.
8. Ability to work in a confidential environment.
9. Excellent team player.
10. Ability to relate well to children, parents, colleagues, and community.
11. Compassion and humor.
12. Demonstrated ability to supervise children.

The successful applicant will potentially work at both the Daycare and Out Of School care programs simultaneously.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $21.12-$26.08 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Additional pay: Overtime pay

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Application question(s): This position requires you to be at least 18 years of age in order to supervise children alone during your shift. Are you 18 years or older?

Education: Secondary School (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-12-30
Expected start date: 2025-02-24