Job Overview:

Small But Mighty Childcare Foundation is seeking experienced and passionate individuals to join our expanding childcare team. Individuals must posses knowledge of the Reggio Emilia philosophy and engage in a reflective practice that aims to continually meet the ever changing needs and interests of their students. We are looking for motivated educators who seek to create nurturing learning environments, respectful connections with families, and who aim to be part of a mutually supportive team of early childhood educators.

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- Full-time, permanent shifts include: 7:00 -4:00, 8:30 - 5:30, 7 - 11:30, as well as split shifts, working with a variety of age groups

 

- Casual roles also available

 

Responsibilities:

- Well-versed in the Reggio Emilia approach, Small But Mighty's inquiry-based educational philosophy and Flight: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework

 

- Create a nurturing, positive and engaging classroom environment for all children

 

- Employ a variety of age-appropriate educational techniques to engage, guide and teach children

 

- Lead children through large and small group learning activities

 

- Support children in understanding learning activities and/ or adapt information and materials to meet the needs of individual children

 

- Support children with regulating emotions and developing social skills by acting in accordance with Small But Mighty's Child Behaviour Policy and participating in training on self-regulation and social-thinking skills

 

- Provide comfort to children with compassion and offer support through calm guidance

 

- Support children as they work toward individualized goals and strategies

 

- Observe and document learning and progress

 

- Prepare for lessons by organizing materials and equipment

 

- Supervise the class to ensure all children are safe during any given activity

 

- Ensure the well-being of all children in your care and provide daily care in terms of diapering, toileting, feeding, guiding nap schedules, etc. depending on age group

 

- Respectfully collaborate with other educators

 

- Help maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards

 

- Fully understand and safely implement our Health Policies and Safety Procedures as well as act in accordance with Licensing requirements

 

- Attend training and professional development sessions when required

 

- Connect and collaborate with parents and caregivers to provide updates and create support plans

 

Experience:

- All potential staff members will need to possess their Level 1, 2, or 3 Early Childhood Educator Certificate from the Government of Alberta. For more information, and the educational requirements for each level, please see:

 

*Please note certification can be obtained after hiring, however, the candidate will be required to provide the necessary proof of education

 

- 2 + years experience working in a daycare, classroom or early learning setting and/ or working with children with diverse needs

 

- Current Standard First Aid and CPR - Level C Certification (can be obtained within a designated time frame)

 

- Clearance from a Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check (current within the last six months)

 

- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

 

- Experience working with speech, communication, language, and social skill development an asset

 

- Possess patience, empathy and a positive attitude, as well as a passion for working with children in the field of teaching and learning

 

- Be committed to the progress and inclusion of all students, and to contributing to a supportive team environment

 

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and our community we encourage you to apply! We offer competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and a uniquely collaborative and supportive team environment. If our organization sounds like a good fit for you, we'd love to hear from you! Please send your resume to smallbutmightyccfoundation@gmail.com

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