Primary Early Childhood Educator at Medicine Hat Public School Division

Primary Early Childhood Educator

Working 18.75 hours per week

Location: Ecole Connaught School

Medicine Hat Public School Division is taking applications for a Primary Early Childhood Educator (ECE) for our Licensed Play & Learn program. Primary ECE is a 3.75 hour position. This is a ten-month position that includes competitive compensation.

The role of the Primary Early Childhood Educator will be to plan and provide programming opportunities for kindergarten aged children in the Play & Learn program. You will be responsible to plan and deliver programming supporting the development of early literacy, early numeracy, motor skills and social emotional growth of children participating in a French Immersion Play & Learn during the 2026-2027 school year. Successful candidates will remain in the position ongoing if enrollment supports. This position beings on August 26, 2026.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Alberta Early Childhood Educator Certification
• Bilingual (English/French)
• Current Intermediate First Aid/CPR.
• Criminal record check with vulnerable sector check less than three months old will be required prior to employment.

The ideal candidate will have

• Exceptional program planning and organizational skills.
• The ability to provide programming to support learning through play with Flight: Alberta's Early Learning and Care Framework as a guiding document.
• Demonstrated a commitment to work collaboratively with teachers, educational assistants and administration to support student success.
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable in order to carry out effective programming for children and provide leadership for the Play & Learn team.
• Interpersonal skills that result in building positive relationships through effective communication.
• An understanding of child development and experience working with children with diverse needs.
• Ability to understand and follow ISP's and behavior support plans.
• Experience with and understanding of the Alberta Early Learning and Childcare Act and Regulations.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• SIVA Training

Applications must be received through ApplytoEducation.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Joanne Stockman at or Diane Cartier at .

Thank you for your interest in working with the Medicine Hat Public School Division

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.