Are you motivated to work each day with the goal of helping schoolage children learn grow and develop Do you enjoy creating engaging experiences for older children and supporting their social and emotional development If so we want you on our team!
We are looking for a compassionate enthusiastic educator who strives for excellence demonstrates empathy and values teamwork and empowerment.
Reporting to the Centre Director the School-Age Classroom Educator acts as an essential member of the Kids & Company team supporting the daily operations of the schoolage room and upholding our mission: to provide highquality primary and backup child care services that help families achieve worklife balance.
Ensure the safety of children while driving them between school and the centre.
Maintain a clean safe and wellkept company vehicle
Conduct vehicle safety checks and follow all transportation policies and procedures
Ensure the health safety and supervision of schoolage children at all times
Plan lead and participate in ageappropriate activities that support social emotional cognitive and physical development
Support childrens behavioural emotional and social needs using positive guidance practices
Maintain daily attendance health and safety checks and all required documentation
Communicate professionally with families providing updates and support
Collaborate with external professionals (Speech Therapists OTs Early Interventionists) when necessary
Support children during transitions into and out of the classroom/program
Participate actively in team meetings professional development and training
Maintain a clean organized and engaging classroom environment
Valid Alberta Drivers License
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong collaborator and team player
Ability to take initiative in program planning and classroom support
Ability to push pull and lift up to 45 lbs
Clean driving abstract
Early Childhood Educator Certification (Level 2 or 3 required)
Criminal Record Check / Vulnerable Sector Check
Valid Standard Child Care First Aid & CPR Level B
Experience working with schoolage children is an asset
Comprehensive benefits package (Medical / Dental / Vision exam) 100% covered by the company
Positive supportive work environment with opportunities for growth
35% off child care services and20 FREE days of backup child care per year
Recognition for your dedication hard work and daily impact
Kids & Company is an equalopportunity employer.
We are committed to providing accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process.
Required Experience:
IC
Kids & Company provides high quality, flexible child care and early education. Full-time, part-time, back-up for babies, toddlers, preschoolers.