Early Childhood Educator
Sunny South Day Care Centre is looking for a passionate Early Childhood Educator to join our amazing team in a rare hiring opportunity. We are not hiring to simply fill a space — we are willing to wait for the right person who will be a strong fit for our children, families, and team.
At Sunny South, we are proud of the respectful, supportive, and relationship-focused environment we have created. Our team is kind, appreciated, and deeply committed to the children, families, and one another. We value our educators, support their growth, and believe that a strong team creates the best environment for children to learn and thrive.
We are looking for someone who is warm, nurturing, flexible, and genuinely proud to work in the early learning profession. The ideal candidate will bring a playful, positive attitude and a strong commitment to building meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
The ideal candidate must have the following qualifications:
- Level 2 or Level 3 Early Childhood Educator certification
- Knowledge of Flight: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework is considered a strong asset
- If unfamiliar with Flight, the successful candidate must complete Flight training within the first 6 months of employment as a condition of employment
- Valid First Aid certificate, or be willing to obtain within 6 months
- Clear criminal record check including vulnerable sector search
- Clear child intervention check
- Fluent in speaking, reading, writing, and English comprehension
As an Early Learning Professional, responsibilities will include:
- Creating a warm, safe, and engaging environment where children can learn through play
- Being actively involved with children throughout the day, including indoor and outdoor play, routines, transitions, and learning experiences
- Supporting the mental, emotional, and physical safety of children
- Creating and implementing emergent curriculum and open-ended programming plans
- Building respectful relationships with children, families, team members, and program coaches
- Working both independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Supporting diapering and toileting routines
- Completing regular observations and entering children’s daily information into ChildFriendly (app) with a classroom iPad provided for at work duties.
- Maintaining the program’s philosophy, policies, and ministry regulations
- Participating in monthly program planning and staff meetings
- Engaging in ongoing professional development each year
Government wage top-up is paid monthly based on children’s hours and certification level through the Government of Alberta. Cost-share health and dental benefits are available after 3 months of employment.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted for next steps. No sponsorship opportunities available.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.50-$19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Licence/Certification:
- Level 1, 2, or 3 in ECE (required)
Location:
- Lethbridge, AB T1J 0J9 (required)
Work Location: In person
