Lead Movement Teacher | Physical Education| Preschool

at  Building Brains

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you ready to begin a new journey in Early Childhood Education and make a difference in the world? Are you passionate about teaching children and are driven by a desire to enhance early childhood education? Are you an early childhood educator looking for that next step in your career?
Building Brains is a dynamic organization that is changing the landscape in early childhood education. It focuses on children’s brain development while providing an environment that is representative of the best early childhood care programs within Canada. Our quality child care, preschool programs build strong brains for life. Through natural light-filled spacious rooms and learning materials, we offer an innovative and welcoming environment that is captivating and stimulating for both adults and children.

WHAT YOU BRING (PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS)

• Early Childhood Certification or Bachelor’s Degree
• Background or education in kinesiology is an asset.
• Alberta Child care Certification Level 2 or higher
• Current First Aid Certificate (may be obtained upon hire)
• Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Check, within the past 6 months.
• Knowledge and understanding of children’s gross motor skills and how to incorporate it into games and activities.
• Positive attitude, enthusiastic, engaging, adaptable, and a passion for working with children.
• Displays interest in physical activity, experience playing/participating in sports and/or fitness.
• Ability to manage, supervise and interact with large groups of children.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Physical labor, including ability to lift up to 40lbs especially when working with infants and toddlers.

• Plan individual and group activities that develop gross motor skills and physical development for multi-level competencies.
• Assess the physical skill of the student (foot placement, arm placement, body placement when landing, etc.)
• Adjust curricula to adapt to students with disabilities or different physical abilities in order to create a positive experience for all students.
• Use technologies and optimize the Fueling Brains application for the teaching/learning process.
• Supervise students during high-risk activities, while ensuring a safe environment inside the classroom and outdoor programming.
• Work collaboratively with others across the campus, initiate conversations and meetings when necessary to ensure collaborative engagement in regard to children’s care.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.