Job Description

KidZinc School Age Care Society of Alberta is seeking passionate, reliable, and energetic Early Childhood Educators to join our team!

Since 1975, KidZinc has been dedicated to providing accessible, quality care to children and families in Calgary. We are a non-profit organization, with a focus on providing high-quality care across a diverse range of program environments. KidZinc's success is due to our most valuable resource - our employees.

We strive to hire educators who are committed to the profession of childcare and have long-term goals to work in the sector. Educators work in a fast-paced, supportive, and inclusive environment; we believe that our strength is found in the diversity of our teams.

What can an applicant expect from KidZinc?

- Starting wage of $19/hour for Level 1 ECE certification,

plus

applicable government wage top up

- Employer-paid comprehensive health & dental benefit package, including access to Employee Assistance Program

- Health and Wellness Spending Account (replenished yearly with previous year's unused balance carried over)

- Professional Development spending allowance (in addition to Child Care Funding)

- In-house professional development opportunities

- KidZinc covers the cost of renewing First Aid certification and Police Information Checks for employees and new hires

- Paid summers off

- Supportive, safe, and inclusive work environment

KidZinc seeks candidates who

- are over the age of 18

- can work split shifts (e.g., 6:55-9am, 2-6pm)

- are willing to work at any SW KidZinc location (for more information, visit https://www.calgarykidzinc.ca/program-locations)

- demonstrate an understanding of provincial licensing and health regulations (or are willing to learn)

- are knowledgeable about Flight: Alberta's Early Learning and Childcare Framework (or are willing to learn)

- enjoy working in teams, and with a diverse range of individuals

- are outgoing, confident, and enthusiastic in their daily practice

- are passionate about providing high-quality care to children, with an emphasis on exploring and learning through play in a safe environment!

Please visit https://calgarykidzinc.ca/careers/educator-application/ to submit your application.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 35 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Flexible schedule On-site parking Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Wellness program
Experience:

child care: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

ECE Certificate (required)
Location:

Calgary, AB (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-15