Early Learning Program Leader - Our Lady of the Assumption School

EARLY LEARNING PROGRAM LEADER – Our Lady of the Assumption School

This position is open to all internal and external candidates. Prior to employment, successful applicants must provide supporting documents as outlined on our New Employees page.

We are looking to hire a continuous 17.5 hour per week Early Learning Program Leader at Our Lady of the Assumption School in Lethbridge. This assignment is to commence at the start of the 2026/2027 school year.  This position is covered by the CUPE 1825 Support Staff collective agreement. Please quote posting #4026175 .

Under the direction of the Early Learning Supervisor and the school Principal, the Early Learning Program Leader performs tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the Early Learning Program at the school. Under the supervision and direction of the professional consulting team, the Program Leader is also responsible for ensuring the program aligns with and supports Holy Spirit's philosophy of developmentally appropriate, play based experienced that ignite a child's natural curiosity.

EDUCATION:

• Early Childhood Education Diploma or higher equivalent.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum two years of experience working in an Early Learning Program.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• First aid certification;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Capacity to embed speech/language and early literacy skills with direction from professional staff;
• Collaborate effectively with parents, community partners, principals, teachers and staff;
• A high level of compassion and interpersonal skills;
• Hanen Learning Language and Loving It Certification.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Demonstrates ethical and confidential behaviour;
• Promotes an atmosphere of respect for children and adults;
• Demonstrates appropriate and independent use of time;
• Maintains effective, appropriate and co-operative relationships with children, families and staff;
• Seeks direction from professional team when necessary.

The starting rate for this position is $27.49 per hour. Holy Spirit Catholic School Division offers a 100% employer paid comprehensive benefit package, supporting the wellness of our employees and meeting the needs of their families.

For more information regarding this position, please email the Early Learning Supervisor, Mrs. Sheri Thomas at thomass@holyspirit.ab.ca.

Interested, qualified applicants are asked to apply online with a complete application package by 12:00 pm on Thursday, May 7 , 202 6 .

Application package must include the following:

• A cover letter addressed to: Anthea Boras, Deputy Superintendent of Schools;
• Resume;
• Documentation which would support the education requirements for this position;
• Contact information for 3 references.

Please note: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We wish to thank all applicants in advance for submitting résumés, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the principal or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the application has listed a reference for that employer.