Kids Kottage Foundation Early Learning & Care Supervisor Are you passionate about seeing a community where every child has a place to be cared for in times of need? Bring that passion to Kids Kottage Foundation! About us: Kids Kottage provides care and shelter for children who may be facing a crisis. Established in 1995, Kids Kottage is a not-for-profit and charitable organization licensed to provide 24-hour residential care for children aged 0-10.
The Opportunity: We are looking for a full-time Early Learning & Care Supervisor. Hours of work include Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; however, the role requires flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts as needed to ensure proper supervision and across all operational hours. The Early Learning & Care Supervisor provides leadership in program development, play‑based learning, and high‑quality program delivery for children ages 0–10. This role ensures that early learning experiences reflect current child development research, regulatory requirements, and the organization’s Practice Framework. The Supervisor supports, guides, and mentors Lead staff and Childcare staff to deliver responsive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate programming.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Design, implement, and oversee age‑appropriate, culturally responsive, and play‑based programming. Create weekly/monthly program plans, activity guides, and learning invitations for all age groups. Monitor, observe, and assess program delivery to ensure high-quality early learning experiences. Evaluate program effectiveness using developmental indicators, observations, and documentation. Provide coaching, mentorship, and ongoing professional support to staff. Lead sessions on program planning and delivery. Model best practices in play-based learning, child-guided interactions, and trauma‑informed care. Collaborate with staff to ensure environments and activities are inclusive and accessible for all children. Work closely with the leadership team to align program goals with organizational mission and standards. Communicate programming expectations and updates clearly to staff. Support staff in maintaining safe, clean, and organized environments that promote exploration and independence. Ensure programming meets or exceeds all provincial childcare regulations, health and safety requirements, and accreditation standards. Qualifications: Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child & Youth Care, or related field (ECE Level 3 or equivalent preferred). Demonstrated experience in program planning and delivery, or early learning leadership. Strong understanding of child development, play-based learning, and emergent childcare models. Experience providing guidance, mentorship, or peer leadership in an early learning setting. Creativity and a passion for designing engaging learning environments. Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Core Competencies: Program Oversight: Skilled in developing and guiding high-quality, play-based learning programs. Child Development Expertise: Deep understanding of developmental stages from infancy to school age. Coaching & Mentorship: Ability to support, motivate, and build capacity in staff teams. Collaboration: Works effectively with teams and contributes to a positive workplace culture. Problem Solving & Adaptability: Responds to emerging needs with flexibility and creativity. Professionalism & Integrity: Upholds organizational values, confidentiality, and ethical practice.
Work Environment: Crisis Nursery, located at 13308 101 Street Edmonton, T5E 4G3 The Crisis Nursery provides 24-hour care for children 10 and under. 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm. Flexibility is required in availability for shifts in the evening with the occasional evening, overnight and weekend as needed.
Benefits & Remuneration: The annual wage for this position is $60,000-$70,000 per year based on education and experience. Comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits package for full time positions of 30 hours a week or more. For more information, please check out our website: https://kidskottage.orgApplication Deadline: March 23, 2026 **We appreciate the interest of all applicants. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview. **
At Kids Kottage Foundation, we believe that justice, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission of protecting children, supporting caregivers, and strengthening families. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment where all children, caregivers, staff, and community members feel valued, heard and empowered.
We encourage all candidates who self-identify as members of the following designated groups: women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities to apply. If you require any accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please contact
Kids Kottage Foundation Early Learning & Care Supervisor Are you passionate about seeing a community where every child has a place to be cared for in times of need? Bring that passion to Kids Kottage Foundation! About us: Kids Kottage provides care and shelter for children who may be facing a crisis. Established in 1995, Kids Kottage is a not-for-profit and charitable organization licensed to provide 24-hour residential care for children aged 0-10.
The Opportunity: We are looking for a full-time Early Learning & Care Supervisor. Hours of work include Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; however, the role requires flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts as needed to ensure proper supervision and across all operational hours. The Early Learning & Care Supervisor provides leadership in program development, play‑based learning, and high‑quality program delivery for children ages 0–10. This role ensures that early learning experiences reflect current child development research, regulatory requirements, and the organization’s Practice Framework. The Supervisor supports, guides, and mentors Lead staff and Childcare staff to deliver responsive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate programming.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Design, implement, and oversee age‑appropriate, culturally responsive, and play‑based programming. Create weekly/monthly program plans, activity guides, and learning invitations for all age groups. Monitor, observe, and assess program delivery to ensure high-quality early learning experiences. Evaluate program effectiveness using developmental indicators, observations, and documentation. Provide coaching, mentorship, and ongoing professional support to staff. Lead sessions on program planning and delivery. Model best practices in play-based learning, child-guided interactions, and trauma‑informed care. Collaborate with staff to ensure environments and activities are inclusive and accessible for all children. Work closely with the leadership team to align program goals with organizational mission and standards. Communicate programming expectations and updates clearly to staff. Support staff in maintaining safe, clean, and organized environments that promote exploration and independence. Ensure programming meets or exceeds all provincial childcare regulations, health and safety requirements, and accreditation standards. Qualifications: Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child & Youth Care, or related field (ECE Level 3 or equivalent preferred). Demonstrated experience in program planning and delivery, or early learning leadership. Strong understanding of child development, play-based learning, and emergent childcare models. Experience providing guidance, mentorship, or peer leadership in an early learning setting. Creativity and a passion for designing engaging learning environments. Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Core Competencies: Program Oversight: Skilled in developing and guiding high-quality, play-based learning programs. Child Development Expertise: Deep understanding of developmental stages from infancy to school age. Coaching & Mentorship: Ability to support, motivate, and build capacity in staff teams. Collaboration: Works effectively with teams and contributes to a positive workplace culture. Problem Solving & Adaptability: Responds to emerging needs with flexibility and creativity. Professionalism & Integrity: Upholds organizational values, confidentiality, and ethical practice.
Work Environment: Crisis Nursery, located at 13308 101 Street Edmonton, T5E 4G3 The Crisis Nursery provides 24-hour care for children 10 and under. 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday 8:30am-4:30pm. Flexibility is required in availability for shifts in the evening with the occasional evening, overnight and weekend as needed.
Benefits & Remuneration: The annual wage for this position is $60,000-$70,000 per year based on education and experience. Comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits package for full time positions of 30 hours a week or more. For more information, please check out our website: https://kidskottage.orgApplication Deadline: March 23, 2026 **We appreciate the interest of all applicants. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview. **
At Kids Kottage Foundation, we believe that justice, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission of protecting children, supporting caregivers, and strengthening families. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment where all children, caregivers, staff, and community members feel valued, heard and empowered.
We encourage all candidates who self-identify as members of the following designated groups: women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities to apply. If you require any accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please contact
Kids Kottage Foundation Full-Time - Shift Lead (Childcare) Are you passionate about seeing a community where every child has a place to be cared for in times of need? Bring that passion to Kids Kottage Foundation!
About us: Kids Kottage provides care and shelter for children who may be facing a crisis. Established in 1995, Kids Kottage is a not-for-profit and charitable organization licensed to provide residential care for children aged 0-10.
The Opportunity: We are looking for 3 full-time Shift Leads (Childcare): One Day Shift Lead: working primarily 10-hour day shifts (7:30am-5:30pm) with 1-2 evening shifts per month. Two Evening Shift Leads: working primarily 10-hour evening shifts (12:30pm-10:30pm) with 1-2 day shifts per month. All childcare positions are required to work one weekend shift per week.
The Shift Lead is responsible for providing on-floor leadership, focusing on high-quality childcare practices, and supporting smooth day-to-day program operations. This role includes weekly planning for developmentally appropriate activities, acting as the first point of authority for decision-making during assigned shifts, coaching and mentoring front-line staff, and participating in the on-call rotation. The Shift Lead models professionalism, demonstrates strong knowledge of child development, and ensures that the environment is safe, inclusive, and engaging for children.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and post weekly activity plans aligned with child development principles and early learning frameworks. Act as the on-floor leader during the shift, responding to immediate issues, and staffing needs; and escalating matters to leadership when appropriate. Attends the daily routines of children (feeding, toileting, bathing) and supervises children during playtime, meals and naptime, modelling developmentally appropriate practices including trauma-informed and child-centered approaches. Delegate tasks effectively to maintain safe ratios, supervision, and workflow. Communicate shift updates, incidents, and relevant information to supervisors and team members. Support staff with behavior guidance, risk assessments, and crisis management. Promote a collaborative, respectful work environment. Attend shift-lead team meetings, contribute to program planning, and ensure consistency across team members. Implements quality childcare activities in alignment with the Kids Kottage Practice Framework. Responds to crisis calls and supports admissions and discharges as needed.
Qualifications: Certificate or diploma in Early Learning & Child Care, Child and Youth Care, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum 1–2 years' experience in a licensed childcare or child/youth program. Experience in a leadership role is an asset. Ability to participate in the on-call rotation to provide after-hours guidance, problem-solving, and staffing support (1 week every 5-6 weeks).
Core Competencies: Child Development Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of child development, early learning principles, and effective behaviour guidance strategies. Communication Skills: Exceptional communication abilities for building positive relationships with children, families, and team members. Leadership: Strong leadership skills, including effective delegation, sound decision making, and skilled conflict resolution. Proven coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to provide supportive, constructive feedback. Problem Solving & Adaptability: Calm, organized, and solution-focused approach, especially in high pressure or rapidly changing situations. Advanced problem solving skills, with strong judgment and situational awareness. Child Centered & Trauma Informed: Understanding of traumainformed care and culturally responsive practices, ensuring inclusive and supportive environments.
Work Environment: Crisis Nursery, located at 13308 101 Street Edmonton, T5E 4G3 The Crisis Nursery provides 24-hour care for children 10 and under.
Benefits & Remuneration: The hourly range for this position is $25 to $29 per hour, based on education and experience. Comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits package for full-time positions of 30 hours a week or more. For more information, please check out our website: https://kidskottage.org/Application Deadline: March 16, 2026
**We appreciate the interest of all applicants. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview. **
At Kids Kottage Foundation, we believe that justice, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission of protecting children, supporting caregivers, and strengthening families. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment where all children, caregivers, staff, and community members feel valued, heard and empowered.
We encourage all candidates who self-identify as members of the following designated groups: women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities to apply. If you require any accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please contact
Kids Kottage Foundation Full-Time - Shift Lead (Childcare) Are you passionate about seeing a community where every child has a place to be cared for in times of need? Bring that passion to Kids Kottage Foundation!
About us: Kids Kottage provides care and shelter for children who may be facing a crisis. Established in 1995, Kids Kottage is a not-for-profit and charitable organization licensed to provide residential care for children aged 0-10.
The Opportunity: We are looking for 3 full-time Shift Leads (Childcare): One Day Shift Lead: working primarily 10-hour day shifts (7:30am-5:30pm) with 1-2 evening shifts per month. Two Evening Shift Leads: working primarily 10-hour evening shifts (12:30pm-10:30pm) with 1-2 day shifts per month. All childcare positions are required to work one weekend shift per week.
The Shift Lead is responsible for providing on-floor leadership, focusing on high-quality childcare practices, and supporting smooth day-to-day program operations. This role includes weekly planning for developmentally appropriate activities, acting as the first point of authority for decision-making during assigned shifts, coaching and mentoring front-line staff, and participating in the on-call rotation. The Shift Lead models professionalism, demonstrates strong knowledge of child development, and ensures that the environment is safe, inclusive, and engaging for children.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Develop and post weekly activity plans aligned with child development principles and early learning frameworks. Act as the on-floor leader during the shift, responding to immediate issues, and staffing needs; and escalating matters to leadership when appropriate. Attends the daily routines of children (feeding, toileting, bathing) and supervises children during playtime, meals and naptime, modelling developmentally appropriate practices including trauma-informed and child-centered approaches. Delegate tasks effectively to maintain safe ratios, supervision, and workflow. Communicate shift updates, incidents, and relevant information to supervisors and team members. Support staff with behavior guidance, risk assessments, and crisis management. Promote a collaborative, respectful work environment. Attend shift-lead team meetings, contribute to program planning, and ensure consistency across team members. Implements quality childcare activities in alignment with the Kids Kottage Practice Framework. Responds to crisis calls and supports admissions and discharges as needed.
Qualifications: Certificate or diploma in Early Learning & Child Care, Child and Youth Care, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Minimum 1–2 years' experience in a licensed childcare or child/youth program. Experience in a leadership role is an asset. Ability to participate in the on-call rotation to provide after-hours guidance, problem-solving, and staffing support (1 week every 5-6 weeks).
Core Competencies: Child Development Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of child development, early learning principles, and effective behaviour guidance strategies. Communication Skills: Exceptional communication abilities for building positive relationships with children, families, and team members. Leadership: Strong leadership skills, including effective delegation, sound decision making, and skilled conflict resolution. Proven coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to provide supportive, constructive feedback. Problem Solving & Adaptability: Calm, organized, and solution-focused approach, especially in high pressure or rapidly changing situations. Advanced problem solving skills, with strong judgment and situational awareness. Child Centered & Trauma Informed: Understanding of traumainformed care and culturally responsive practices, ensuring inclusive and supportive environments.
Work Environment: Crisis Nursery, located at 13308 101 Street Edmonton, T5E 4G3 The Crisis Nursery provides 24-hour care for children 10 and under.
Benefits & Remuneration: The hourly range for this position is $25 to $29 per hour, based on education and experience. Comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits package for full-time positions of 30 hours a week or more. For more information, please check out our website: https://kidskottage.org/Application Deadline: March 16, 2026
**We appreciate the interest of all applicants. However, we will only contact those selected for an interview. **
At Kids Kottage Foundation, we believe that justice, equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission of protecting children, supporting caregivers, and strengthening families. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment where all children, caregivers, staff, and community members feel valued, heard and empowered.
We encourage all candidates who self-identify as members of the following designated groups: women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities to apply. If you require any accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please contact
