Early Childhood Educator - Grande Prairie, Canada - Happy Daycare - Grande Prairie

Description

New Day Care Opening in Grande Prairie

Happy Daycare is hiring in Grande Prairie Level 3 Early Childhood Educator and Daycare Manager Position:

Happy Daycare is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Level 3 Early Childhood Educator to join our team in a dual role as both an educator and a daycare manager.

As an integral part of our organization, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and education to children while overseeing the efficient and effective operation of the daycare.

Responsibilities:

• Educational Leadership:
• Develop and implement a comprehensive, playbased curriculum aligned with early learning frameworks and developmental milestones.
• Create engaging lesson plans, activities, and learning experiences that promote cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment that supports each child's individual needs and encourages a love for learning.

Team Management:

• Supervise and support a team of early childhood educators, assistants, and support staff, providing guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment, promoting effective communication and teamwork among staff members.
• Conduct regular staff meetings, training sessions, and performance evaluations to ensure ongoing professional growth and excellence.

Operational Management:

• Oversee the daytoday operations of Happy Daycare, including scheduling, enrollment, and attendance management.
• Maintain compliance with licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and other relevant policies and procedures.
• Manage administrative tasks such as recordkeeping, financial management, and inventory control.
• Cultivate strong relationships with parents and families, ensuring open communication, addressing concerns, and facilitating parent involvement in their child's development.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on current trends, research, and best practices in early childhood education, incorporating them into the program as appropriate.
• Conduct regular assessments and evaluations of the curriculum, environment, and staff performance to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes.
• Engage in professional development opportunities to enhance personal knowledge and skills in early childhood education and management.

Qualifications:

• A Level 3 Early Childhood Education certification or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience as an early childhood educator, preferably with managerial responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development, educational methodologies, and curriculum planning.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
• Proficient organizational and time management abilities to effectively manage multiple responsibilities.
• Understanding of licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and compliance requirements.

Passion for providing high-quality care and education to young children, creating a nurturing and stimulating environment.

Join our dedicated team at Happy Daycare, where you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives while leading and managing a thriving daycare center.

Salary:
$20.00-$30.00 per hour


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grande Prairie, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (preferred)

Work Location:
In person