EDMONTON GARRISON MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

Early Childhood Educator Full Time (40.0 hrs per week)

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The Edmonton Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC) is looking for Early Childhood Educators to work at our Daycare, where we focus on creating a safe and secure environment where children can grow and develop.

The MFRC Daycare offers a unique experience for the children and our staff. We offer a rich learning environment with a large outdoor play space, nearby trails and visits from military units on base. We believe in the importance of team and strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment that values the individuality of children, families and staff. 

SUMMARY:

The ECE is responsible for providing a safe and developmentally appropriate daycare program in accordance with MFRC and Provincial Licensing policies and standards. Fostering each child through the creation of a safe and secure environment in which children can strengthen skills in developmental domains. Specific room assignments will be based on operational needs and at the discretion of the Daycare Director and/or Child Care Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Child Care:

• Attend to the primary needs of the children
• Facilitate proactive behaviour management and conflict resolution
• Complete documentation and observations to support programming
• Plan, document, and implement activities that stimulate interest and address the individual social, physical, language/literacy, intellectual, creative, and emotional development of the children
• Abide by all policies and regulations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment
• Other duties as assigned by the Daycare Director and/or designate

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability and personal characteristics required:

• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills with preference given to those fluent in both official languages
• Ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Awareness of issues pertaining to military life
• Proven ability to deal with and make appropriate decisions in crisis situations
• Satisfactory release of Results of Vulnerable Sector Criminal records check.
• Satisfactory Alberta Children’s Services Intervention Record Check

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in Early Childhood or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Alberta Child Development Certification (level 1,2 or 3)
• Knowledge in the areas of licensing and program development in the Early Childhood Education Field
• Valid first aid and CPR

Full-time Daycare staff enjoy:

• Vacation benefits
• Sick time benefits
• Free parking
• The salary range for this position is $15 - $17 per hour.

Casual positions are also available for those who are interested. 

Successful applicants may qualify for a hiring bonus up to $540 once they have satisfactorily completed their three-month probation.

To apply please send your resume, covering letter and 3 references by noon on Monday, November 29, 2021 to:

Brenda Davidson, Program Manager

Edmonton MFRC

P.O. Box 10500

Edmonton, AB  T5J 4J5

Fax: (780) 973-1401

Email: information@mfrcedmonton.com

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.