Early Childhood Educator - Special Needs Focus

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Job Summary:
We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and experienced Early Childhood Educator to join our inclusive childcare team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in early childhood education and a passion for supporting children with special needs in a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting the well-being, growth, and development of all children through individualized and inclusive programming within a Montessori-inspired setting.

Key Responsibilities:
The educator is responsible for the health, safety, inclusion, and supervision of children in their care, with an emphasis on those with developmental, behavioral, or physical challenges.

Responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing individualized and inclusive learning plans tailored to children with diverse needs
- Creating a supportive and engaging learning environment in accordance with Montessori principles and licensing regulations
- Monitoring and documenting each child's developmental progress and communicating observations to families and supervisors
- Writing and presenting detailed reports and updates as part of the child's interdisciplinary care team
- Collaborating with families, support staff, and external specialists to ensure consistent care and developmental support
- Changing diapers, feeding, and attending to the daily care needs of all children
- Supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through developmentally appropriate programming
- Assisting children with eating, dressing, and toileting, while fostering independence and dignity
- Attending staff meetings and participating in ongoing professional development
- Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and licensing standards

Qualifications:
- Diploma or certificate in Early Childhood Education (ECE)
- Current registration (if applicable by province or region)
- Experience or training in supporting children with special needs is strongly preferred
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification
- Clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
- Strong command of written and spoken English is required, as the position involves preparing detailed written reports and communicating orally with the child's interdisciplinary care team

Must provide
- Criminal record check
- Vulnerable sector check
- First Aid
- Proof of Canadian citizenship, permanent residency of Canada, or valid work permit

Benefits
- Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
- On-site daycare available
- On-site recreation and activities
- Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
- free Parking

How to apply
- By email: tendertreechildcare@fmmacad.com
- In person
190 tamarack way
Fort Mcmurray, AB
T9H 3S5
Between 08:00 AM and 04:30 PM

Application must include:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Proof of the requested certifications
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Contact Information

Contact Person:Tender Tree Montessori
Address:400 Silin Forest Rd #1, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 3S5, Canada
City:Fort McMurray
Phone:639-384-XXXX (Show)

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Job Type:Full-Time
Job Offered By:Individual

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