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Build A Rewarding Career with Care Nation DAYCARE

Care Nation Daycare and OSC is dedicated and focused on providing child care that offers high-quality care and early learning programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. We follow the FLIGHT philosophy. Achieve meaningful and empowering work by becoming part of our team, where compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety are at the heart of everything we do.


If you’re looking to build a career in childcare and working with an amazing facility. Send us your resume to: info@carenationdaycare.ca, and our program director or one of our care representative will get in touch with you. You could also call us at: +1-587-499-1597.

Open Positions

  • Program Director: 3-5-year experience working and directing childcare centres.
  • Assistant Program Director: 2-3-year experience working and directing childcare centres.

Job description

We’re looking for you: If you have strong leadership skills, highly organized, business oriented, passionate about children and Early Childhood Education, If so, Care Nation Daycare is the place for you! As we embark on our journey, we are looking to onboard candidates who will lead from the front. We are looking to hire incredibly enthusiastic, child-loving, education-driven leaders to support and guide our amazing children, staff and families as part of our leadership team. We are currently hiring Center Assistant/ Directors who have previous experience running an early childhood educator centre with a curriculum mindset and an operational focus. We are also open to applicants who are experienced teachers, individuals who are self-driven and motivated, collaborative, willing to learn and grow into a management position. We offer competitive salary paid sick days, tuition discounts, paid professional development days, career growth, and promotion opportunities.


Enjoy job security in a team you love! We take work/life balance seriously! Are you someone who… Multi-task oriented and do what it takes to get the job done! Desires to inspire! Believes in having fun! Thinks outside the box! Is open-minded! Willing to give their best! Can be trusted by others! Patient, calm, and professional in every situation! Desires to be a part of something larger than themselves! Works hard and plays hard! IF YOU ARE, WE INVITE YOU TO APPLY FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! What you bring to the role: Professionalism, ambition and a desire to build strong trusting relationships across a diverse team, as well as with families and children. An educational background in early childhood education A deep understanding of how children learn and develop and how to create a high quality environment.


Experience with efficient and effective day-to-day operations at a center. The ability to make informed decisions with an adaptable and flexible mindset. Strong communication and interpersonal skills A focus on short-term and long-term goals A mindset and the skills to organize systems, plan work and motivate the team for excellence A growth mindset, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn and expand your knowledge on brain development, executive functions and holistic growth for all children The adequate energy level and ability to meet the physical demands of the job Sensitivity and respect for individual and cultural differences Your own personal mission.

Responsibilities

Ensuring the center is safe and effective with a caring and nurturing environment in each classroom Curriculum development - through the oversight of the overall education program, supporting classrooms and facilitating a positive and stimulating environment Overseeing the hiring and training of new staff members - selecting not just qualified candidates, but also those who fit with the philosophy, values and culture of the program. This includes evaluating candidates, conducting onsite interviews and a working classroom interview as well. Training - ensuring all staff are fully trained in their responsibilities and the policies of the program as well as keeping staff up to date on the latest research in child development, safety precautions, and developmentally appropriate practices Conflict resolution - successful mediation of any conflicts that may arise due to the nature of work or the relationships between educators and / or families Building strong family connections - creating an environment that allows for strong family relationships to develop through open and proactive communication between parents and teachers. Organizing and hosting community events for teachers and families Mentoring and career growth - understanding the team's career goals and helping them make progress towards them for career satisfaction and longevity.

Qualifications

Knowledge of FLIGHT, Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Alberta Childcare Licensing and Accreditation Standards Early Childhood Education diploma or degree from a recognized college or University Child Development Supervisor (Level 3 required) Valid first-aid certificate (required), Current criminal record check including a vulnerable sector check (required) Ability to lift a min. of 40 lbs. especially when working with infants and toddlers experience (an asset). Care Nation Daycare is following all Alberta Health Protocols to ensure the health and safety of our children and employees. Ability to commute/relocate.

Job Location

Edmonton, AB: Ability to reliably commute or be willing to relocate 

Education & EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
  • Experience: Early childhood education, 3-5 years (required)
  • Leadership and daily operations: 3 years (preferred)
  • License/Certification: ECE Certification Level 3 (preferred)
  • First Aid Status: Have First Aid Certification with CPR. 

Work Cycle & Rates

  • Working Hours per Shift: Up to 10 hours and Monday to Friday except statutory holidays.
  • Rate: $20 -25 per hour.
  • Employment Type: Full Time / Part Time
  • Number of Positions: 1

Open Positions

Early Childhood Educator: Level 1, 2 and 3 (1-3-year experience working with children in a childcare setting)

Job description

We are looking to hire up to 5 fulltime Early Childhood Educators we are looking for people who are dedicated, energetic, dynamic, and crafty, but most of all has empathy for working with children. We are a play-based program that is inspired by Alberta's Early Learning and Care Framework (Flight).

Responsibilities

  • Welcoming and assisting parents with their children.
  • Support assigned children with their developmental needs daily.
  • Communicating and interacting positively with parents, co-workers, and children.
  • Preparation and implementation of daily planning for assigned classroom and children.
  • Follow and adhere to the regulations of the Alberta Child Care Licensing Act at all times, Creating and setting up play based activities that meets children's interests.
  • Maintaining records in accordance to the Alberta Child Care Licensing Act.
  • Communicating any concerns or issues to the program director promptly.
  • Light cleaning of facility throughout workday and at end of shift.
  • Set up and take-down provocations outside when needed.
  • Able to lift up to 46lbs. 

Qualifications

  • Level 1, 2 or 3 child care certifications.
  • Preferred 1+ year experience working in an early childhood setting.
  • Must have current First-Aid/CPR Certificate or willing to obtain one.
  • Must have current criminal record check or willing to obtain one.
  • Have a strong knowledge and understanding of child development and behavior.
  • Ability to communicate in English language and knowledge of craft or willing to learn.
  • Willingness to present self professionally and be very organized.
  • Knowledge of computer skills.
  • Have strong leadership & problem-solving skills and a strong ability to multi-task.

Job Location

Edmonton, AB: Ability to reliably commute or be willing to relocate 

Work Cycle & Rates

  • Working Hours per Shift: 8 hours, Monday to Friday except statutory holidays.
  • Rate: $16 -20 per hour.
  • Employment Type: Full Time / Part Time.
  • Number of Positions: up to 5.

Open Positions

Cook

Job description

As a Cook, you will be responsible for food preparation, portion and assembly, and serving of menu items with limited supervision. Your typical duties may include preparing multi-ingredient recipes from raw ingredients using various cooking techniques and established recipes, preparing meals using precooked products utilizing various re-thermalization techniques and ensuring meals are appropriately portioned. You will follow AHS guidelines for quantity and quality controls, food safety standards, and established cleaning and sanitization practices to ensure the cleanliness of cooking equipment and work areas.

Responsibilities

As a Cook, you will be an integral part of the team providing nutritious, healthy, and high quality meal service for children. You will be accountable for performing various tasks under minimal supervision while using strong, teamwork, organizational and leadership skills to: Prepare and support serving high quality meals following standardized recipes, menu documents and AHS policies. Assist inventory and ordering of food supplies. Safely operate and clean food service equipment. Comply with all AHS safety and sanitation policies. Complete other food service duties as assigned. Work with speed and accuracy at a fast pace. Communicate effectively in English. Work as an effective, professional team member. Demonstrate a patient & centre first approach as outlined in the AHS Foundational Strategies and may sometime be required to support early child educators in caring for children.

Qualifications

  • Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Physically capable to lift food, supplies and equipment up to 46lbs and must be able to push/pull meal carts up to 250lbs.
  • This position requires you to walk and stand on your feet for the duration of your shift.
  • Food Sanitation and Hygiene Certificate or equivalent. Additional Required.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in food service in a commercial, restaurant or health care setting.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Journeyman Cook, Red Seal certification or equivalent certificate.
  • Early Childhood Certificate level 1.
  • Experience with monitoring waste, auditing, and calculating food cost.
  • Experience with recipe development and/or catering service.
  • Experience with inventory management; receiving deliveries, managing expiry dates & minimizing waste while utilizing “First in- First Out” procedures.
  • WHMIS training.

Job Location

Edmonton, AB: Ability to reliably commute or be willing to relocate 

Work Cycle & Rates

  • Working Hours per Shift: 8 hours, Monday to Friday except statutory holidays.
  • Rate: $16 -22 per hour.
  • Employment Type: Full Time / Part Time.
  • Number of Positions: 1.

Why Join Care Nation Daycare & OSC

  • Opportunity for Career Development.
  • Opportunities for sponsored professional development courses in early learning child programs.
  • Child Care Benefits: We reward our employees with a generous discount on child care fees for any of their own children who are enrolled in our child care centre.
  • Employee recognition: We take pride in recognizing our employees’ performance and success.

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