Rocky Forest Daycare and Out of School Care located in Southeast Edmonton

Want to work in a supportive team environment with low ratio, no split shift, and excellent benefits?

Small center, licensed for 15 children, following the FLIGHT Framework Curriculum, we have a pedagogical partner supporting the development of the program monthly. We are looking for a full time, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Educator that has the passion to involve children in their planning, encouraging ideas and creativity. Educator will support others while children in school, be comfortable working with all age groups. Program is not located on the internet, we provide care for women and children fleeing domestic violence, more information can be found at www.wingsofprovidence.ca

The staff are given one paid day off per month, as a Mental Health Day, excellent benefits 50% of the cost covered by employer, 2 weeks paid vacation after one year.

Minimum Qualifications

• Alberta Child Care Staff Certification Level 2 or 3 Early Childhood Educator
• Current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector and Child Intervention Check
• Current Childcare First Aid and CPR Certificate
• minimum 1-year experience Child Care field
• full vaccination proof required

Responsibility to Program and Families

• Knowledge of Early Childhood Development that promotes the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social development of children newborn to 12 years of age
• Extensive knowledge in trauma-informed best practices, the effects of trauma on brain development
• Be a positive role model to build children's social, interpersonal skills and self-esteem by establishing routines and positive guidance that allow children to feel secure, comfortable, and safe.
• Communicate with parents regarding their children in a professional, caring, and respectful way
• Work as part of a team; assisting each other with planning and implementing program along with a cooperative effort to ensure the policies and philosophies of the program are upheld
• Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly records regarding the children, including but not limited to activities, attendance, and confidential records on child incidents and disclosures
• Must be able to perform physical activities related to working with children, lifting, bending, standing, climbing, and walking.
• 7.5 hours a day Monday to Friday
• Salary ranges with top up for Level 2 is $20.38 and Level 3 is $24.49
• Location Southeast Edmonton