Preschool Before and After Care plus On Call/Float

We are currently hiring for the position of a Before and After Care plus On Call Preschool Assistant at our NE/NW Preschool.

The successful applicant shall have a strong understanding of small children, be outgoing, energetic, punctual and professional.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing a play based program
• Setting up classroom materials and planning activities for the children’s learning and development.
• Work cooperatively as a member of the preschool team, facilitating a team environment through personal behaviour, work contributions, and the sharing of expertise and knowledge.
• Provide effective supervision, support classroom routines and maintain behavioural expectations with children.
• Maintain ratios at all times, keeps attendance records of children throughout the day
• Maintain a safe, clean as well as healthy environment follows licensing standards
• Coordinate and participate with parents and/or guardians to ensure educational success of the child.
• Communicate frequently as well as respectfully with children directly, in child-friendly tones on their level
• Assist children with self-help skills, including feeding and toileting.

What You Bring (Preferred Skills and Qualifications)

• Formal education within Early Childhood Education
• Early Childhood Certification - ECE Level 1 or 2 (REQUIRED)
• Current First Aid Certificate (may be obtained upon hire).
• Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check, within the past 6 months.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, time management, problem solving and leadership abilities.
• Ability to lift up to 40lbs., especially when working with preschoolers.

Schedule

• No Weekends

Licence/Certification

• Alberta Childcare Certification (Level 1 or 2) (REQUIRED)

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants for further consideration will be contacted.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Pay: $16.00-$18.00 per hour

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Early Childhood Certificate Level 1 or 2 (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-09-04