Childcare Educator

About us

Little otters Daycare Centre is a small business in Leduc, AB T9E 5Y3 . We are professional, agile, professional, and our goal is to LITTLE OTTERS DAYCARE CENTER LTD.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Food provided
• Modern office setting
• Food provided
• Wellness programs

Position Overview:

The Daycare Educator and School Transportation Driver is responsible for providing a safe, caring, and stimulating environment for children while supporting their learning, development, and daily routines. The employee is also responsible for safely transporting children to and from designated schools and the daycare, following all applicable transportation and child safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide attentive, nurturing, and age-appropriate care for infants, toddlers, preschool, kindergarten, and out-of-school care children, as assigned.
• Plan and participate in educational activities, arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor play, and group activities.
• Support children's social, emotional, physical, language, and cognitive development.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom environment.
• Assist children with meals, snacks, toileting, handwashing, dressing, and other daily routines as required.
• Observe and report children's progress, behaviour, concerns, and incidents to the director and parents when appropriate.
• Follow daycare policies, licensing requirements, emergency procedures, and health and safety practices.
• Maintain positive and respectful communication with parents, coworkers, and management.

Qualifications:

• ECE LEVEL 1, 2 OR 3
• Previous experience in a leadership role within a childcare setting
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with children, families, and staff members.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Knowledge of licensing, health and fire regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Current Child Care CPR and First Aid certification
• Current & clear Criminal record Check & Vulnerable Sector Search.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid professional development opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.64-$26.64 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Commuter benefits
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site childcare
• On-site parking
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person