Early Learning Childcare Educator

**Early Learning Childcare Educator**

Every child deserves a great start Here at Community Options, we have provided a great start through quality childcare and inclusive supports for children and their families for over 45 years.

Both our Early Learning and Child Care Center's are non-profit programs that provide inclusive early learning and child care services to children ages 1 to 5 years.

**Our Mission**: Community Options supports the diverse needs of children and families through inclusive early childhood education programs and community initiatives.

**Our Vision**: Empowered families building inclusive communities.

**Full Job Description**

We are seeking experienced **Early Learning Childcare Educators** to support our childcare center's. You will be working as part of our amazing team, implementing exciting and engaging daily activities that are based on the Flight Curriculum Framework. This is an exciting opportunity for an Early Learning Childcare Educator who wants to make a difference in the lives of children, their families and our community

Location: Both our child care center's located near Westmount Mall:
1. Edmonton Northwest-12823-116 Ave

2. Westmount location-11130-131 St

**Job Type**:Full time,Permanent position.

**Compensation**: This position will pay between $17.50 and $19.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits as outlined below are offered following successful completion of 90 day probationary period.

**Hours**:Available to work a nine hour shift.Monday to Friday, between 7am and 6pm (the shift will be eight hours per day with a one hour unpaid lunch).

**Start date**:as soon as possible

**Position Summary**:

- The Early Learning Childcare Educator (ECE) works as part of a team to care for children in a positive, compassionate, and respectful manner.
- Enhance the curriculum and the children's learning in many ways, in both planned and spontaneous play, by implementing activities and following the interest of the children between 12 months and 5 years.
- Program supervision in an environment that meets the children’s mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical needs.
- Maintain a safe and healthy environment for the children.
- Maintain respectful communication with team members and parents regarding the children and the program.

**Qualifications**:At a minimum, applicants are required to have:

- Level 3 Childcare Staff Qualification Certification.
- Level 2 will be considered based on years of experience
- Knowledge of Flight: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework.
- Experience in working with children 1 to 5 years is required.
- Ability to work in a high energy environment with the ability to change priorities as required.
- Cleared Police Record Check
- Standard Childcare First Aid and CPR required
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Organizational skills with ability to work both independently and as a team player.
- Experience with HiMama software an asset

**Benefits**:

- Health and Dental Benefits
- RRSP Matching Contributions
- AECEA Membership
- Wellness Days
- Paid Vacation
- Employee Assistance Program

At Community Options, our team is committed to maintaining a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive space. As an inclusive and equitable employer, we encourage and welcome all qualified individuals, particularly from racialized, BIPOC, and LGBTQ2S+ communities.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in the role.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $17.50-$19.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee assistance program

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow AHS public health and safety guidelines

Licence/Certification:

- Childcare Staff Qualification Certification - Level 3 (required)