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Casual (On-Call) Support Educator
@ Active Start Childcare
Airdrie, Alberta
Overview
Magic Mountain Childcare is hiring a part-time on-call Support Educator for its early learning programs for children from 12 months through kindergarten in Alberta. The role covers shifts when regular Educators are absent, with full-day availability at least three days per week and typically 1-4 shifts per week. Pay is competitive with government top-up added.
Responsibilities:
- Create and implement engaging programming for children
- Actively supervise and engage children, ensuring their well-being
- Lead integrated learning and recreational activities
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety
- Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
Requirements summary:
- Alberta Child Care certification levels 1, 2 or 3 (completed or willing to obtain)
- Clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification
- Prior childcare experience preferred
- Fluent English with strong communication skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Education |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Alberta Child Care certification, Vulnerable sector check, First Aid, CPR |
| Background checks | criminal record |
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Active Start Childcare
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Full company description
Providing Quality Educational Childcare Services to the Calgary Area.
- LinkedIn followers
- 246
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 31
- Reported office locations
- Calgary, Alberta, CA
- Edmonton, Alberta , CA
- Business categories
- Education
- Transportation
- Social Assistance
- Child Care
- Other recorded names
- Active Start Child Care
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Providing Quality Educational Childcare Services to the Calgary Area.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Child Day Care Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary, Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 15 |
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About Magic Mountain
Magic Mountain Childcare is a distinguished early learning institution serving children from 12 months through kindergarten. We provide comprehensive daycare, preschool, and before- and after-school programs within state-of-the-art facilities designed to cultivate an inclusive, stimulating, and active environment.
Our inquiry-based curriculum fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence, while emphasizing physical literacy and holistic child development. Carefully designed indoor and outdoor play spaces ensure children remain engaged and active throughout the year, including during Alberta’s harshest weather.
We maintain strong collaborative partnerships with families to support each child’s growth and prepare them for sustained success.
About the Role
Please note, these are on-call positions where Directors will reach out to employees to cover shifts when regular Educators are absent. We are seeking individuals who have full-day availability at least three days per week. On average, employees can expect to work 1-4 shifts per week, depending on their preferences and the needs of the center.
We are seeking individuals who possess a strong understanding of child development, exceptional engagement skills, and a dedication to fostering positive relationships with both children and colleagues. The ideal candidate will be dependable, adaptable, fluent in English, and exhibit outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Prior experience is advantageous, and candidates must possess or be willing to obtain Alberta Child Care certification levels 1, 2, or 3, along with current criminal record check (with vulnerable sector search) and first aid certification.
Key Responsibilities
- Creating and implementing engaging programming tailored to the interests and needs of the children.
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety within the environment.
- Leading and supporting children in integrated learning and recreational activities.
- Actively supervising and engaging with children while ensuring their well-being.
- Cultivating positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Participating in professional development initiatives.
- Adhering to Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Regulations and Magic Mountain's policies and procedures to ensure quality care.
Qualifications
- Prior childcare experience is preferred
- Completion of (or willingness to obtain) Alberta Child Care certification levels 1, 2, or 3 is required
- Clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification
- Effective verbal and written communication skills including basic computer literacy
- Knowledge of Alberta child care legislation and licensing regulations would be an asset
Why Join Magic Mountain?
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Competitive wages (posted wages will have government top up added).
- Access to spacious indoor and outdoor play areas for gross motor activities in all weather conditions.
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