Job Description

Early Childhood Educator (Temporary)

Mission: Empowering Teen Parents to Succeed

Vision: Teen Parent Families Thrive and Enrich our Community

Job ID: 25-016 TERRA

As a?non-profit organization that has been serving pregnant and parenting teens in Edmonton for 50 years Terra is recognized for its leadership, innovation and collaboration.??Annually?more than 1,000 young parents and their children benefit from a comprehensive range of services. Through the compassionate work of the staff, we help parents and children?to develop?and reach their full potential by recognizing and responding to their unique and individual needs.?Terra staff are guided by the Code of Honour which supports, respects, and celebrates our families and staff (https://terracentre.ca/what-is-terra/careers/).??If you share our values and?support our mission and vision,?please consider joining our team.

Job Overview:

Terra Centre is looking for Level 3 Early Childhood Educators interested in working in an environment of continuous professional learning to empower children and families at our Child and Family Support Centre located at Braemar Highschool. We value relationships, inclusion & diversity, collaboration, innovation, and responsibility.

Reporting to the Manager Early Childhood Development, the Early Childhood Educator works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to co-create responsive environments to nurture children's well-being and sense of belonging. The position involves co-planning and implementing emergent programming to support children's holistic learning and development. Early childhood educators work within a practice of relationships with the whole family to share and generate ideas to learn more about their children.

Job Conditions:

This is a temporary position ending on or before April 18, 2027 with the possibility of extension. Braemar School Location. 9359 67a St NW, Edmonton, AB T6B 1R7 Primarily infant and toddler centre 35 hours/week - 10 months starting late August/Fall Available Monday to Friday between 8:00am - 5:30pm
Key responsibilities:

Work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team to empower children and families Value play as a learning process Co-create responsive environments to nurture children's optimal well-being and dispositions to learn Plan engaging experiences based on observed interests for the holistic learning and development of children aged 0 - 5 years. Work within a practice of relationships with families to share and generate ideas and foster a sense of belonging Build trusting and supportive relationships with children and families. Plan and implement programming in collaboration with ECE team based on emerging interest that support each child's holistic learning and development Engage parent and child(ren) in activities that strengthen their relationship Support children and families' connection to community Document children's learning experience through formats that include learning stories, project documentation using multiple perspectives- children, co-educators, and family Incorporate cultural factors in the planning and delivering of programming Actively participate in continuous professional development?and annual professional review Provide mentoring support to teen parent families Work in collaboration with agency programs and community partners in the best interest of the family. Provide operational supports for the continuity of programming for children and families Serve as an advocate for children and families Conduct required program related assessments, evaluations, and reports
Qualifications:

Minimum Diploma or Degree specific to the field of Early Learning/Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Educator Level 3 Certification is required Brain Story Certification considered an asset (AFWI). Trauma-informed Care Training considered an asset Completion of the MacEwan Flight Course (Exploring Early Childhood Curriculum) considered an asset. Experience working with children aged 0-3 years. Experience working with children from diverse backgrounds Must be at least 18 years old
Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of Alberta Early Learning and Care Curriculum Framework (Flight) Knowledge of Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Regulations Knowledge of AHS Health and Safety Guide for Childcare Facilities Knowledge of Alberta Nutritional Guidelines for Children and Youth Experience working with children and families from diverse backgrounds and cultures Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice Proficient computer skills including Microsoft word, Outlook, PowerPoint
Other Mandatory Conditions for Employment

Clear (or Executive Director approved) Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, dated within 90 days prior to start date, renewed every 3 years Clear (or Executive Director approved) Intervention Records Check, dated within 90 days prior to start date, renewed every 3 years Current Childcare Standard First Aid with Level B CPR, renewed every 3 years Manual dexterity is required to operate various appliances and equipment Ability to lift and carry between 25- 50 lbs.
Core Behavioral Competencies

Terra values are core to the organization. We strive to hire individuals who possess?these?behavioural competencies?at all levels of the organization.

Personal Leadership:?Practices inclusion, communicates openly and effectively, demonstrates self-awareness. Productive Relationships: Develops networks, collaborates, develops self and others. Results Focus: Applies outcomes-based problem-solving and systems thinking, demonstrates evidence-informed decision making. Service Excellence:?Practices innovation, facilitates a culture of learning, demonstrates continuous improvement. Program Planning; design, plan, coordinate, and facilitation of groups. Finance; manage allocated financial resources for program delivery. Communication skills; excellent both written and oral; evidenced in grant writing and reporting to funders. Community Relations; well-developed engagement skills, strong networking.
Intention Statement

Terra recognizes that it operates within a society and systems shaped by white supremacy and colonization and institutionalized discrimination and the exclusion, exploitation, and marginalization of Indigenous, Black, and people of color.

Terra strives to understand and be accountable for how white supremacy continues to impact its work at an organizational and systemic level and to address harm; implicit and explicit biases

Our intention is:

To build a foundation of awareness, knowledge, and skills to be an anti-racist organization. To respond to systemic racism that creates barriers and inequality in the workplace and in society. To be an organization that embeds the principles of equity and anti-oppression to everything it undertakes.

Our goal is to actively promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through an antiracism lens through policies processes and practices.

Compensation: The starting hourly wage is $27.69 per hour including government top-up for Level 3 ECE or commensurate to experience.

We offer 2.5% increase annually on base salary (before top-up).

Upon completion of a probationary period, we offer a comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits package including RRSP contribution. Staff have three weeks of vacation annually, and, in addition, the agency is closed between Christmas and New Years.

Terra Centre also offers free onsite or street parking depending on worksite location. We are also a casual business attire organization.

As a learning organization, Terra supports ongoing professional development among employees through formal training, informal mentoring, and personalized growth plans. Terra is continuing to grow our programming and there are anticipated opportunities for further professional growth within the agency.

Closing Date: Until suitable candidate found.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $27.69 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Mileage reimbursement
Work Location: In person