Fueling Brains Academy is looking for experienced and passionate Lead Teachers to join our Senior Preschool program at our West 85th Campus in Calgary.
We are currently recruiting across three classroom leadership opportunities:
- Left Brain – Jumping Junipers: A structured, intentional and Montessori-inspired learning environment focused on independence, concentration, problem-solving, practical learning and Kindergarten readiness.
- Right Brain – Pondering Pines: A creative, inquiry-driven and Reggio-inspired learning environment where children's interests, questions and ideas inspire exploration, projects, collaboration and meaningful play-based learning.
- Movement – Roaring Redwoods: An active, movement-focused learning environment supporting children approximately 4.5–6 years old. This role uses purposeful movement, physical literacy, games and active learning experiences to strengthen children's coordination, confidence, self-regulation, executive functioning and overall development. The Lead Teacher will also work closely alongside our certified Kindergarten Teacher to provide a cohesive learning experience for the children.
Whether your strengths lie in structured Montessori-inspired teaching, creative inquiry-based learning, or movement and physical literacy, we are looking for strong Level 3 educators who can confidently lead a classroom, create meaningful learning experiences and support a collaborative educator team.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
As a Lead Teacher, you will take ownership of your homeroom and play an important role in creating a high-quality learning environment for children.
Rooted in the Fueling Brains philosophy, you will design developmentally appropriate experiences that strengthen children's executive functions while fostering independence, creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, confidence and Kindergarten readiness.
Depending on your experience, strengths and interests, you may be considered for one of our Left Brain, Right Brain or Movement classroom opportunities.
You will also provide day-to-day classroom leadership by mentoring and guiding Group Educators, partnering with families and ensuring children receive a consistent, engaging and supportive learning experience.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Lead a homeroom and create a welcoming, engaging and developmentally appropriate learning environment.
- Plan and implement meaningful learning experiences aligned with your classroom's Left Brain, Right Brain or Movement approach.
- Design lesson plans and classroom experiences aligned with Fueling Brains' curriculum, term structure and executive function goals.
- Facilitate engaging learning blocks, individual and small-group experiences, projects, movement experiences and daily routines appropriate to your classroom stream.
- Support children's independence, self-regulation, confidence, communication, problem-solving and Kindergarten readiness.
- Observe, document and assess children's learning, development and executive function growth.
- Adapt programming to children's individual developmental needs, strengths and interests.
- Maintain accurate progress documentation and participate in parent-teacher interviews.
- Mentor and guide Group Educators, model strong teaching and positive guidance practices, and establish clear classroom expectations.
- Collaborate with educators across the campus to provide children with a cohesive and consistent experience.
- Build trusting, professional relationships with families and communicate children's progress and development effectively.
- Maintain appropriate child-to-educator ratios and consistently follow Alberta childcare licensing, health, safety and active supervision requirements.
- Participate in professional development, training, campus initiatives and community events.
WHICH CLASSROOM COULD BE RIGHT FOR YOU?
Left Brain – Jumping Junipers
You may be particularly suited to our Left Brain classroom if you enjoy:
- Montessori or Montessori-inspired early learning.
- Creating structured, intentional and organized learning environments.
- Supporting independence, concentration and practical life skills.
- Designing purposeful activities involving sequencing, problem-solving and foundational skills.
- Helping children develop strong routines, responsibility and school readiness.
Right Brain – Pondering Pines
You may be particularly suited to our Right Brain classroom if you enjoy:
- Reggio Emilia, emergent, inquiry-based, project-based or play-based learning.
- Following children's interests, questions and observations when developing curriculum.
- Creating provocations, projects and opportunities for exploration.
- Encouraging creativity, imagination, communication and collaboration.
- Documenting children's learning and making their thinking and development visible.
Movement – Roaring Redwoods
You may be particularly suited to our Movement classroom if you enjoy:
- Creating active, engaging learning experiences for children approximately 4.5–6 years old.
- Using movement, games and physical activity intentionally to support children's learning and development.
- Supporting gross motor development, coordination, body awareness and physical literacy.
- Helping children strengthen self-regulation, confidence, teamwork, persistence and executive functioning through movement.
- Leading energetic groups confidently while maintaining strong routines, expectations and active supervision.
- Collaborating with a certified Kindergarten Teacher to support children's overall development and Kindergarten learning experience.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Required:
- Alberta Level 3 Early Childhood Educator Certification.
- Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related recognized program.
- Minimum 2 years of experience working with preschool and/or Kindergarten-aged children in a licensed Canadian childcare or early learning environment.
- Demonstrated experience planning and implementing developmentally appropriate early learning curriculum.
- Strong understanding of child development and early learning practices.
- Ability to confidently take ownership of and lead a classroom.
- Strong classroom management, organization and communication skills.
- Ability to adapt programming to meet diverse learning and developmental needs.
Strong Assets:
- Previous Lead Teacher, Room Lead or Homeroom Teacher experience.
- Experience mentoring, coaching or guiding other educators.
- Montessori training, certification or Montessori-inspired classroom experience.
- Reggio Emilia, inquiry-based, emergent, project-based or play-based learning experience.
- Experience with physical literacy, children's movement programming, sports, dance, recreation or active learning.
- Experience working with children aged 4–6 and/or collaborating within a Kindergarten program.
- Strong observation and pedagogical documentation skills.
- Experience supporting Kindergarten readiness and children's developing independence.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Successful Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search.
- Valid Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR, or willingness to obtain within the required timeframe.
- Ability to participate actively with children, including floor-based, movement and outdoor activities and lifting up to 40 lbs.
- Flexibility to work scheduled shifts based on campus operational requirements.
WHY FUELING BRAINS?
At Fueling Brains Academy, we believe early childhood education should develop more than academic skills. Our educators help children build the cognitive, social, emotional and physical foundations they need for lifelong learning.
Our whole-brain approach creates opportunities for children to strengthen executive functioning, independence, creativity, curiosity, critical thinking, collaboration and confidence while preparing for a successful transition to Kindergarten.
If you are a Level 3 educator who is ready to take ownership of a classroom and lead meaningful learning experiences for children, we would love to hear from you.
When applying, candidates are encouraged to indicate whether their experience and interests align most closely with our Left Brain (Montessori-inspired), Right Brain (Reggio-inspired/inquiry-based), or Movement (physical literacy/active learning) opportunity. Candidates who are open to more than one stream are also encouraged to apply. Final classroom placement will be determined based on experience, strengths and campus needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Fueling Brains Academy is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where employees feel valued, respected and heard. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, identities and experiences.
