Posted 10 days ago
Lead Childcare Educator
@ Active Start Childcare
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Active Start Childcare is hiring a full-time Lead Educator for its Calgary South East Seton location, serving children from 12 months through kindergarten. The role involves planning and leading engaging programs, supervising children, communicating with families and leading classroom activities. The posting requires Alberta Child Care certification level 2 or 3, a criminal record check with vulnerable sector search, first aid certification and prior experience.
Responsibilities:
- Create and implement engaging programming for children
- Supervise and engage children while ensuring their well-being
- Communicate with parents through monthly newsletters and daily updates
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety
- Accompany children on the bus to and from school
Requirements summary:
- Prior childcare or daycare experience, preferably kindergarten or OSC
- Alberta Child Care certification level 2 or 3
- Current criminal record check with vulnerable sector search
- First aid certification
- Fluent English with strong communication and multitasking abilities
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-30
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Education |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | School, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Alberta Child Care certification level 2 or 3, First aid certification |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount, Childcare |
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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 Active Start
Active Start 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
We are Seeking a Lead Educator for our Calgary South East Seton location who possesses 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. This individual must have strong leadership and classroom management skills. Prior experience is required, and candidates must possess Alberta Child Care certification levels 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.
- Providing regular communication to parents through monthly newsletters and daily updates.
- Cultivating positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
- Participating in professional development initiatives.
- Accompanying children while on the bus to and from school.
- Adhering to Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Regulations and Active Start's policies and procedures to ensure quality care.
Qualifications
- Prior childcare/daycare experience (Preferably Kindergarten/OSC experience)
- Level 2 or 3 Child Care Certification
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Professional, adaptable, and fluent in English
- Proficiency in computer applications and administrative systems
- Knowledge of Alberta Child Care Licensing Regulations (preferred)
- Current Criminal Record Check and First Aid Certification (or willingness
Why Join Active Start?
- Childcare discount for full-time employees.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Holiday and sick day benefits.
- Health benefits package for full-time staff.
- 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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