Job Description

The Opportunity
Are you an early childhood educator looking for that next step in your career? Are you ready to begin a new journey in Early Childhood Education and make a difference in the world? Are you passionate about teaching children and are driven by a desire to enhance early childhood education?
If so, Fueling Brains Academy (Formerly Known as Kids U Inc) is the place for you!
Fueling Brains Academy has won the Gold Winner status for the Calgary Herald/Sun Readers choice \xe2\x80\x98Best Daycare & Best Preschool\xe2\x80\x99 from 2017 - 2022!
Our Offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off and sick days
• Benefits include vision, dental, massage, acupuncture, etc
• Extended employee benefit plan based on tenure and role
• Tuition discounts
• You will be surrounded by pedagogical leaders to share best practices and learn
• Our facilities offer spacious classrooms lit with natural light, and a beautiful on-site playground and are located near various parks and amenities
• Paid Professional Development Days AND non-instructional days
• Career growth, and promotion opportunities unparalleled in the field
• We pay for your continued education
• Annual Lead Teacher retreat focused on skills development
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Team building events, week-long staff appreciation events, and staff parties!
• Enjoy job security in a team you love!
• We take work/life balance seriously!

Are you someone who\xe2\x80\xa6

• Believes in having fun!
• Thinks outside the box!
• Is open-minded!
• Desires to inspire!
• Willing to give their best!
• Can be trusted by others!
• Prepared to change diapers, thoroughly clean, multi-task, and do what it takes to get the job done!
• Is a naturally gifted teacher!
• Patient, calm, and professional in every situation!
• Desires to be a part of something larger than themselves!
• Works hard and plays hard!
• Ambition to grow with the company!
• Qualified with credentials for the position and/or willing to become qualified!

IF YOU ARE, WE INVITE YOU TO APPLY FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN OUR AWARD-WINNING TEAM TODAY!
Our unique curriculum is based on the philosophy that children learn best through experiences. As an Assistant Infant Teacher, you will create provocations for young children (0-24 months) and guide their learning through a student-centered, inquiry-based learning environment that cultivates enthusiastic and global-minded individuals. We provide an engaging work environment and have dedicated staff members to support you in your role as an educator.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Encourage children through role modeling and guidance to respect themselves and others.
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and encourage children to enrich their everyday experiences using the environment as the third teacher.
• Ensure that classroom practices meet Alberta Child Care Licensing and Accreditation Standards.
• Plan open-ended activities to support the development of children.
• Create engaging learning opportunities based on the learning objectives of the classroom.
• Provide care for children including diapering, feeding, and napping as needed.

What You Bring (Preferred Skills and Qualifications)

• A passion for working with babies and toddlers
• Patient, nurturing, and thoughtful
• Good communication skills to communicate effectively with parents
• Previous experience working with young children is an asset
• A diploma in Early Childhood Education / Early Child-Care Certification
• Evidence of Criminal Record Clearance, including Vulnerable Sector Search, within the past 6 months
• First Aid / CPR Certification
• Ability to lift a min. of 40lbs., especially when working with infants and toddlers.