Job Description

ABOUT OPTIONS ACADEMY

Options Academy is an early childhood development program for children ages 2 -12. The program offers full day and half day academic and extra-curricular programming as well as before and after school care programming enriched with a variety of Options. Options Academy is committed to providing a safe and stimulating environment for children to grow and excel. This new facility is equipped with a full gymnasium, a single purpose art room, a library, a gross motor room as well as dedicated classrooms for each age group.

POSITION:

Childcare Level 1 / 2 / 3 (Preschool Educator)

SUMMARY

The successful candidate will be working with children in a classroom setting, educating children, assist with planning, school drop offs, keeping the center clean and help where required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

At Options Academy, you will:

Develop and teach / facilitate an engaging program for young children ages 3-6 Assist with delivering activities that meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of the children in the program Ensure the children are eating healthy and nutritious snacks Ensure children are safe and supervised Effectively communicate with children Communicate with parents regarding their child's progress and classroom activities Develop and maintain current, accurate and confidential student files Ensure the facility is maintained and cleaned in accordance with guidance from Alberta Health Establish routines and provide positive guidance Perform other related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE:

Expertise and experience in the following areas will be an asset:

Early Childhood Development Experience working with children ages 2-6

REQUIRED SKILLS

Organization skills Decision making skills Effective communication skills Stress and time management skills Administrative skills

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Flexible Respectful Compassionate Good work ethic Sensitive

LOCATION:

Edmonton, Alberta

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Full-time

COMPENSATION:

Salary commensurate with experience and education.

BENEFITS

2 paid weeks of vacation / year An additional 3 business days of paid leave during the Christmas Holiday closure 6 paid personal days / year after 1 year of employment $100 / month Health Spending Account
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $19.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-03-24