Position: Classroom Lead - Grade 1+
L*ocation: *Calgary, AB – Copperfield
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Hourly, 35 hrs/wk
Hours of Work: Scheduled shifts between 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM (may include split shifts)
Reports To: Assistant Director
COMPENSATION:
Base Wage:
- Level 2: $17.00–$19.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
- Level 3: $18.00-$20.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Wage Top-Up:
- Level 2: Eligible under the Alberta Child Care Grant Program – $5.05 per hour
- Level 3: Eligible under the Alberta Child Care Grant Program – $8.62 per hour
This is a hybrid educator-driver role. The base wage remains consistent whether performing classroom or transportation duties.
Acting Assistant Director (AAD) Premium: When formally assigned to perform Acting Assistant Director duties, an acting premium will be applied for the duration of the assignment.
Wage top-ups are not guaranteed and may change in accordance with government funding or operational requirements.
ABOUT STARS MONTESSORI
Stars Montessori Academy & Out-of-School Care is a values-driven early learning organization in Calgary, Alberta, dedicated to nurturing the whole child while supporting the well-being, growth, and professionalism of our educators and staff. Early childhood education is skilled, meaningful, and deeply important work. Our environments are intentionally designed to be safe, calm, emotionally secure, and respectful for both children and professionals. When educators and staff feel supported, children flourish.
STAY & GROW AT STARS
This role is part of Stars Montessori’s Stay & Grow Pathway. Employees in this role may be considered for:
- Priority consideration for full-time opportunities
- Expanded leadership responsibilities
- Coaching and structured professional development
- Internal advancement opportunities
- Growth opportunities are subject to licensing requirements, operational needs, and funding availability.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This is a senior hybrid role combining:
- Lead Educator (Out-of-School Care – Grades 1+)
- Child Transportation & Vehicle Safety
- Operational Support + Acting Assistant Director (when assigned)
The role ensures safety, continuity, professionalism, and operational stability across the children’s full day.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead daily classroom operations, routines, and programming in line with Alberta licensing
- Maintain a calm, structured, and emotionally safe environment
- Provide inclusive, strength-based support for all children
- Support educators to maintain ratios, supervision, and safety standards
- Ensure safe transportation in line with legislation and organizational policies
- Complete required transportation checks, headcounts, and logs
- Monitor children during transit and address safety concerns immediately
- Support staffing coverage, transitions, and daily operations as senior educator on shift
- Escalate concerns and support Acting Assistant Director duties when assigned
- Other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
- Certificate or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (or equivalent)
- Alberta ECE Level 2 or 3 Certification (or eligibility to obtain)
- Valid Alberta Class 4 Driver’s License OR Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License with willingness to obtain Class 4
- Clean Driver’s Abstract
- Valid First Aid & CPR
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- Child Intervention Record Check
EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in a licensed early learning and child care or Out-of-School Care setting
- Demonstrated experience working with Grades 1+ children
- Experience supporting children with exceptionalities, including neurodiverse learners (e.g., ADHD, ASD, sensory processing differences, behavioural support needs)
- Proven ability to implement structured routines and individualized support strategies
- Ability to work independently as a Primary or Lead Educator in a school-age environment
- Demonstrated experience operating vehicles safely and responsibly
- Proven ability to follow safety procedures, checklists, and documentation requirements
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Lead calmly and confidently and take child safety seriously
- Are comfortable across both classroom and transportation environments
- Have strong judgment and situational awareness
- Value structure, routine, and professionalism
- Want consistent part-time work with responsibility and trust
WHAT WE OFFER
- Eligibility for provincial wage top-ups, based on certification, role requirements, and funding availability
- Vacation pay and statutory holiday pay in accordance with the Alberta Employment Standards Code
- Group benefits eligibility following successful completion of the probationary period
- Paid onboarding and required training
- Clear role expectations with consistent access to leadership guidance and support
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you currently hold a valid Alberta Class 5 (Non-GDL) Driver’s License and are you willing to obtain a Class 4 license?
- Do you currently hold a valid Alberta ECE Level 2 or 3 Certification?
- Do you have experience leading an OSC classroom?
- Do you have experience supporting children with additional behavioural, developmental, or sensory support needs in a classroom setting?
Work Location: In person
