CUPE - Early Childhood Educator; Part Time

JOB
POSTING
CUPE
26/2 7-13

This posting is an internal ad open only to members of the current CUPE Support Staff Union until September 11, 2026

École Notre Dame Elementary School

Early Childhood Educator

Nature Kindergarten Program

Part Time (17.5 hours/week)

Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools is located on the original lands of the Cree, those of Treaty 6, and on the homeland of the Métis nation. The Division is honoured and proud to serve the students and families of Legal, Morinville, St. Albert, Alexander First Nation and parts of Sturgeon County by providing a welcoming, Christ-centered learning community, where we awaken the hearts and minds of students while educating and nurturing each to learn, live fully and serve others.

Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools is strongly committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community that is welcoming to all. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Position: The Early Childhood Educator (ECE) works under the direction and general supervision of the principal and receives functional guidance from the Director/Consultant of the Early Learning Team. The job focuses on the development, programming and supervision of children (enrolled in Kindergarten) in educational and alternative settings. The ECE is responsible for all aspects of primary care and supports the nurturing of growth in children.

The Nature of Kindergarten program is an extension program that fosters the God-given gifts and talents of the child in the natural environment. The program provides benefits of fresh air, nature, physical activity, social/emotional regulation, increased stamina, strength, and endurance by leveraging natural areas around the school such as green spaces and walking trails.

The Early Childhood Educator is expected to create early learning experiences and environments that support learning through play. The Early Childhood Educator guides play and documents children's progress. The Early Childhood Educator works collaboratively with the school team and the Kindergarten teachers where extension programming is offered.

The job is involved in planning inquiry-based programming that follows the Alberta Early Learning and Care Framework (FLIGHT) and is responsible for providing an enriched environment.

Duties to Commence: As soon as possible

• Early Childhood Curriculum Studies Degree, Early Childhood Diploma, or equivalent.
• Early Childhood Supervisor Certification (Info here) is required.
• Three years of directly related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of early learning specialization, including child development, communication, emergent curriculum and environments.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both French and English is an asset.
• Knowledge of programming for children with Individual Program Plans.
• Knowledge of multimedia, technology and equipment, Microsoft programs including excel, and Google Suites.
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with school teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to influence decisions.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information.
• Strong consultation, facilitation and needs assessment skills.
• Flexible with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Committed to being a model and witness to Christ-centered education values and beliefs.
• Apply foundational knowledge about First Nations, Métis and Inuit for the benefit of all students, and support the Division's goals towards advancing Truth and Reconciliation.
• Explore early learning play…