Municipality of Jasper
 
Jasper, AB
$22.28–$29.79 an hour - Temporary, Fixed term contract
 
Job details
Pay
$22.28–$29.79 an hour
Job type
Fixed term contract
Temporary
Shift and schedule
Overtime
Monday to Friday

Location
Jasper, AB

Full job description
ABOUT THE POSITION
Wildflowers Childcare is committed to providing high quality early learning and childcare programs for the children and families of the community of Jasper. Early Childhood Educators (ECE) are responsible for guiding and instructing children, from infancy through to school age, in various developmental areas and life skills. ECE’s will plan and implement programming according to the philosophy of Wildflowers Childcare, Alberta Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) regulations, Flight, Alberta’s ELCC framework and other policies and regulations that may be applicable. All educators are expected to work collaboratively as part of the team and provide inclusive and diverse programming to meet each child's needs.

These positions will support the Summer Fun program during a term from May 12, 2025, to August 29, 2025.

WORK PERFORMED

Ensure the safety and well-being of each child in your care.
Plan and implement an early learning program to ensure high quality care of all children.
Design and maintain a developmentally appropriate learning environment for children
Create, plan and prepare interesting and imaginative child-led activities that meet the needs of individual children as well as for the needs of the group.
Perform and be responsible for housekeeping tasks and all duties outlined in the daily shift requirements, ensuring facility cleanliness at all times.
Promote and maintain harmonious relationships between childcare staff.
Participate in room planning sessions to ensure well-coordinated and effective service delivery.
Complete documentation on a regular basis, including room planning, learning stories, child specific anecdotal records and any other documentation required.
Initiate, establish and maintain a continuing positive and supportive relationship with parents.
Explain the operation and functions of the childcare programs to parents, other educators and the community.
Contribute to and uphold the Municipality’s safety initiatives by actively participating in and promoting a culture of safety at all levels.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Your resume and cover letter must clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications:

Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Educator Level 1, 2, or 3 Certification.
Valid CPR and Childcare or Standard First Aid certification.
Understanding of Flight, Alberta’s ELCC curriculum framework is an asset
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, in writing, on the phone and in-person
Ability to maintain a positive attitude and be flexible in a team environment
Ability to stay calm and professional in stressful situations
Ability to handle sensitive, confidential and trauma-related information
Ability to relate well to children, parents, colleagues and community;
Ability to maintain privacy and use discretion in a confidential work environment
HOW TO APPLY

Submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining your qualifications, experience and any relevant documentation to Human Resources: humanresources@jasper-alberta.ca

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $22.28-$29.79 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

Overtime pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-05-12