Preschool Instructor I

This posting is for 1 Hourly, Part-time position _

As a Preschool Instructor I, you will assist the Preschool Instructor II’s with the delivery of age-appropriate, play-based recreation programs designed to increase children’s social, emotional, and physical development, as well as their language and communication skills. Other responsibilities include completing the set-up and takedown of some equipment, as well as light cleaning duties.

This position requires working at various urban and rural locations with no public transit access. The locations include Millennium Place, Kinsmen Leisure Centre, Strathcona Olympiette Centre, Strathcona Wilderness Centre, and Ardrossan Recreation Complex.

**Responsibilities**
- Assist the lead Preschool Instructor II to implement activities for up to 20 children based on emergent curriculum
- Maintain a clean, safe, and positive learning environment
- Greet and welcome participants, parents, and caregivers
- Support Instructor II with parent feedback and communication
- Participate in training sessions, attend meetings, and maintain professionalism and preparedness for each shift
- Communicate effectively with team members, including coworkers, supervisors, and facility staff

**Skills and Abilities**
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Flexibility to work in a dynamic team environment with mínimal supervision
- Strong time management, problem-solving and creativity

**Qualifications**
- High school diploma with experience working with children
- Knowledge of early childhood development is preferred
- NCCP Fundamental Movement Skills is an asset
- HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development is an asset
- WHMIS is an asset

**Conditions of Employment**
- Submission of Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
- Submission of Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check
- Valid Standard First Aid/CPR-C and AED certification
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including a variety of daytime shifts with some evenings and weekends
- Reliable transportation to work at various urban and rural locations across Strathcona County