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Early Childhood Educator - Level 2

Kids & Company Ltd·Cochrane, Alberta

Contract·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 4 days ago
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About the role

The educator is responsible for implementing an emergent curriculum and maintaining accurate documentation and health and safety records. They will also collaborate with professional specialists to support the emotional, physical, and cognitive development of children in the classroom.

Are you motivated to work every day with the goal of helping little minds develop and enrich their growth?

If so, we are looking for you to join our team!

You must strive for excellence, be a compassionate Early Childhood Educator, display empathy, be trustworthy, and be willing to be empowered.

With over 120 child care centres across Canada and continued growth nationwide, come grow your career with us!

Position Details

Status

  • Contract
  • Contract
  • End
  • Date: March 2028

Responsibilities

  • Maintain documentation, reporting, and record keeping.
  • Implement an Emergent Curriculum.
  • Support children's emotional, physical, and behavioural well-being while helping to develop their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills.
  • Maintain attendance records and complete health and safety checks.
  • Work collaboratively with professionals such as Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Early Interventionists as required.
  • Support children through transitions in and out of the classroom.
  • Meet all classroom ratios as outlined.
  • Participate actively in team meetings and professional development workshops.
  • Specifications
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
  • Ability to utilize computer systems for documentation, reporting, and classroom operations.
  • Strong collaborator and team player.
  • Ability to take initiative both inside and outside the classroom.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

  • Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Level 2 Certification required.
  • Current Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
  • Valid Standard Child Care First Aid and CPR Level B certification.
  • Ability to push, pull, and lift up to 45 pounds.

What We Offer

Be recognized for your contribution, dedication, and hard work, and go home knowing you've helped children learn, grow, and thrive.

Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, and Vision) fully covered by the company.

Positive work environment with supportive team members and opportunities for career growth.

35% discount on our child care services plus 20 days of FREE backup child care annually.

Opportunity to gain valuable experience within one of Canada's largest child care organizations through a long-term contract position.

Kids & Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Kids & Company is committed to providing accommodations to persons with disabilities so they may pursue employment opportunities in a manner comparable to other applicants.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@kidsandcompany.com.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Level 2 certification and possess valid First Aid and CPR Level B certification. A criminal record check and vulnerable sector check are mandatory, along with the physical ability to lift up to 45 pounds.

  • professional certificate
  • Collaboration
  • Documentation
  • Communication
  • CPR
  • Problem-solving
  • Health and safety
  • Record keeping
  • Classroom management
  • First aid
  • Early childhood education
  • Emergent curriculum

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Professional development
  • Child care discount
  • Free backup child care

Posting details

Employment type
Contract
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Cochrane, Alberta
Posted
Aug 1, 2026
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Hiring organization

Kids & Company Ltd

At Kids & Company, we’re passionate about providing a dynamic and engaging early learning experience that’s centered around our emergent curriculum and learn-through-play philosophy. Our proprietary programs—Alpha-Mania (pre-literacy and early reading), Mini Masters (art), and...

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypePrivately Held
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Alberta ECE Level 2 roles stay competitive

In Alberta, Early Childhood Educator Level 2 roles are typically in steady demand as licensed child care programs look for certified staff who can meet safety and supervision standards. These positions are competitive because employers often require ECE Level 2 or 3 certification, current Child Care First Aid and CPR Level B, plus clear background checks and the physical ability to lift up to 45 pounds. Before applying, confirm your certifications are current and note that the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time.

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