Early Childhood Educator Level 2 or 3

7 days ago

Lacombe, Canada Better Beginnings Early Learning & Child Care Full time

**Job description**

**Better Beginnings Early Learning and Child Care is seeking to fill full time and part-time/casual educator positions. We are a facility-based childcare center located in Lacombe AB offering inclusive, holistic care to children ages 6 months to 6 years old. We strive to provide high-quality care that is open-ended, child-led, and following**_**Flight: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework.**_ **We value lifelong learning, and our educators are encouraged to pursue higher education and professional development opportunities.**

**What will you be doing?**

As an **Early Childhood Educator**, you will work with your co-educators and families to provide a safe and loving environment for the children in our care.

**We are looking for someone who is**:

- Passionate about early childhood education,
- Professional,
- A team player that works well both independently and with others,
- Responsible, reliable, and accountable,
- Patient and nurturing,
- Always learning and growing,
- Flexible and adaptable,
- Playful, energetic, and outgoing

**Responsibilities include**:

- Observing and documenting the abilities, interests, and needs of the children.
- Providing active supervision and positive child guidance strategies at all times.
- Developing and implementing holistic programming that is in line with the Better Beginnings ELCC Philosophy and Mission Statement.
- Creating and maintaining a responsive environment that is welcoming, engaging, and protects the well-being of the children.
- Communicating effectively and establishing collaborative relationships with co-workers, management, and families.
- Attending staff meetings and professional development opportunities as necessary.
- Adhering to Alberta’s Child Care Licensing Act and Regulations, as well as Health and Safety Requirements.
- Maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the facility and classroom materials.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**:

- Early Childhood Education - Level 2 or 3 Certification - or willing to obtain within 6 months.
- Knowledge of the Child Care Licensing and Health and Safety requirements, and adherence to them in daily practice.
- Clean Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector.
- Must be available Monday to Friday 6:30am to 6pm. Flexibility is required as shifts may change last minute based on the needs of the day.
- Must be willing to work occasional Saturdays.

**Assets**:

- Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C.
- Knowledge of _Flight: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework_

Wage to be decided based on education and experience. In addition to the base wage, the Government Wage Enhancement is available and is based on certification level.

We appreciate all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: From $22.05 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Lacombe, AB T4L 1P1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- What is your childcare certification level?

**Experience**:

- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-09-15

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