Job Description

Opening Date:

August 15, 2025

Closing Date:

August 25, 2025

Position Start Date:

August 29, 2025

Contract expiry date:

June 30, 2026

Our Vision:

Where Igniting Children's Potential is Our Passion

Kids@ Churchill Park is a non-profit child care and family support agency providing quality child care and early learning opportunities to Calgary families. We have been both pioneers and leaders in this field for fifty years. Our 7 programs include 6 group child care centres, 1 out of school child care centres, and approximately forty Calgary family day homes (actual numbers can vary). We serve the child care needs of children from young infants to school age. As a non-profit charitable agency it is our mandate to support family life, healthy child development, and early learning. Within each licensed centre and approved Day Home, Kids@ Churchill Park works hard to exceed provincial standards in all areas. We invest in quality programs and services that enhance a child's development, and promote a child's well-being through program services and an emergent curriculum that builds upon the imagination and potential of each child. Kids@ Churchill Park teams are deeply committed to their own professional learning so that they can continue to offer the best in Calgary child care. For additional information about Kids@ Churchill Park, please go to our website at https://www.churchillpark.ca/ (https://www.churchillpark.ca/)



Overview of Position

Kids@ Churchill Park is seeking a qualified and nurturing Early Childhood Educator to join our Connaught Out of School Care program. This seasonal, after school position operates from September to June, with closures during winter and summer breaks. The wage range listed above does not include government wage top-up funding.



Profile of Kids@ Churchill Park - Connaught Out of School Care Program

Children enrolled from kindergarten to 12 years old Estimated Working Hours: 5.5-7.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday. No split shift. Hours will be based on the needs of the program. Location: 1121 12 Ave SW, Calgary AB, T2R 0J8 (Located inside Connaught School)

Qualifications, Skills and Professional Attributes

Alberta Child Care Certification Level 1 minimum Alberta Child Care Certification Level 2/3 preferred Current Standard Child Care First Aid and CPR from an approved agency Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector Search, dated not earlier than 6 months prior to your start date and every 3 years after that day. Experience with school aged children 5-12 years old an asset Demonstrate knowledge of current best practices and work standards in Early Learning and Child Care and Education Demonstrate knowledge of Alberta Child Care Licensing Regulation Willing to participate in professional development opportunities Willing to learn, open to feedback and shared leadership Strong problem solving skills, ability to think head, and adaptability Excellent communication & interpersonal skills Skills working with diverse populations and needs

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide a warm, nurturing and inclusive environment to all the children in the program Meeting the emotional, social, physical, intellectual needs of the children Supervise and engage children in open spaces (e.g. large gym, school field) to ensure safety and positive play experiences. Implementing open-ended art activities to encourage children's imagination Arranging the classroom environment to meet the program's vision and objectives Build positive relationships with children, parents, staff, and the school to foster a supportive community. Maintain confidentiality Keeping all relevant records, checklists, attendance and timesheets updated Attending staff meetings, internal and external workshops Assuring that all licensing regulations are understood and met Collaborate effectively with colleagues, contributing to a positive team environment.

Wages and Benefits

Competitive wages plus Government Wage Top Up Funding After successful completion of probation: o Recognition of your birthday with a paid day off 3 flex days 9 sick days Employees averaging a minimum of 25 hours per week are eligible for comprehensive health benefits after 6 months of employment

Kids@ Churchill Park is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid work permit.