Company Description CEFA (Core Education and Fine Arts) is a private early years school for children ages 1 to 5, offering a premium education model that has grown into Canada’s leading early education franchise. With over 25 years of experience and more than 50 schools across Canada, CEFA focuses on building strong learning foundations during the early years. Its structured curriculum is built on four key pillars: language, early math, creativity, and social-emotional development. Through purposeful classroom experiences, CEFA helps children develop curiosity, confidence, and essential skills for kindergarten and beyond. Educators join a supportive environment that values innovation in early learning and whole-child development.
Role Description The Early Childhood Educator is a full-time, on-site role located in Calgary, AB. This role involves planning and delivering age-appropriate lessons and activities aligned with CEFA’s curriculum, supporting children’s language, early math, creative, and social-emotional development. The educator will supervise and engage with children in classroom and play settings, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment. Daily responsibilities include observing and documenting children’s progress, communicating with families, collaborating with colleagues, and maintaining organized, well-prepared learning spaces. The role also includes participating in team meetings, professional development, and school events to support a consistent, high-quality learning experience.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong Interpersonal Skills and proven experience Working With Children in early learning or childcare settings.
- Candidates should possess knowledge of Early Childhood Development and an understanding of age-appropriate pedagogy and curriculum implementation.
- Candidates should possess Creativity Skills to design engaging, play-based learning activities that support cognitive and social-emotional growth.
- Candidates should possess solid Organization Skills to manage classroom routines, materials, documentation, and daily schedules effectively.
- Relevant qualifications such as an Early Childhood Education certificate or diploma, valid provincial certification, and first aid/CPR training are highly beneficial.
- Additional beneficial skills include clear communication, cultural sensitivity, teamwork, and a commitment to ongoing professional learning.
