Assistant Teacher - Infant Program | New Brighton
- AB, Canada
- Calgary, AB, T2Z 0W1, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
OVERVIEW:
The first years of life are full of growth and discovery. At Fueling Brains Academies, you'll help infants build trust, confidence and early developmental skills through nurturing relationships, responsive care and play.
We're looking for an Assistant Infant Educator (ECA) to join our Infant team, supporting children aged 6 weeks to 19 months.
You'll work alongside the Infant Lead Educator to provide individualized care, support daily routines and create a safe, engaging environment that encourages early learning and independence.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Support the Lead Educator with daily classroom activities and learning experiences.
- Build trusting relationships through warm, responsive caregiving.
- Assist with feeding, diapering, sleep routines and daily care needs.
- Encourage sensory exploration, movement, play and early communication.
- Support children's independence and developmental milestones.
- Maintain a clean, safe and engaging classroom.
- Observe children's progress and collaborate with educators and families.
WHAT YOU'LL BRING:
- Alberta ECE certification Level 2 or Level 3 preferred
- Experience working with infants is an asset.
- Knowledge of infant development and responsive caregiving.
- A patient, nurturing and compassionate approach.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to actively participate in indoor and outdoor activities.
Valid First Aid and CPR certification and compliance with Alberta Child Care Licensing and safe sleep requirements are also required.
At Fueling Brains Academies, you'll be part of a supportive team helping infants build the foundations for lifelong learning.
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Responsibilities
The Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Educator in providing nurturing, responsive care for infants aged 6 weeks to 19 months. Responsibilities include assisting with daily routines such as feeding and diapering, while facilitating sensory exploration and developmental learning activities.
Requirements
Candidates should hold an Alberta ECE certification at Level 2 or 3 and possess valid First Aid and CPR certification. Experience working with infants and a strong understanding of child development and safety requirements are preferred.
Skills
- Infant care
- Early childhood education
- Responsive caregiving
- Classroom management
- First aid
- CPR
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Child development
- Observation
- Safety compliance
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Categories
- Education
- Social Services
Keywords
- Infant Educator
- ECA
- Early Childhood Education
- Alberta ECE Certification
- Child Care Licensing
- Safe Sleep
- First Aid
- CPR
- Infant Development
- Responsive Caregiving
- Classroom Activities
- Developmental Milestones
- Early Learning
- Nurturing
- Teamwork