Early Childhood Educator

Join us in shaping the future of our eager learners and making a meaningful impact on their lives.

Altdorf, Uri Switzerland
60-100%, onsite
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Are you a dynamic and community-driven individual with a passion for early childhood education? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to be part of a bilingual childcare center's exciting journey?

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please send your resume along with a short summary highlighting your passion for early childhood education and your leadership skills to: career@edukind.ch

What We're Looking For:

Our childcare center cares for children aged 3 months to 12 years and provides them with activity, healthy food, outdoor and nature adventures. Our approach EduRoam® allows children to freely explore the crèche's spaces and play areas at any time.

Play worlds are play spaces that include interactive elements and the supportive presence of a professional. These environments and areas provide diverse play categories, activities and experiences, including physical skills and construction, among others.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain reliable and respectful partnerships with the children and parents
  • Incorporate your own interests, abilities and talents into your work
  • Discover and explore the children’s curiosity about the world
  • Willingness to work weekends and outside of standard hours if necessary.

Qualifications:

  • Degree/diploma in Early Childhood Education or equivalent
  • Flexible, dedicated and reliable
  • Respectful and empathic towards others
  • Additional education or certification e.g. in Erlebnispädagogik.
  • Passion for working with children and creating a positive learning environment.
  • Proficiency in both English and German languages.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • First aid and CPR certification (preferred).
  • Previous experience in a bilingual or multicultural daycare setting (preferred).

What We Offer:

  • A multicultural, dedicated and collaborative team
  • Comfortable workspaces in modern buildings
  • An innovative educational concept
  • 42-hour workweek and 25 vacation days (no closing times)
  • Regular opportunities for a professional development
  • Welcome Week & Essentials workshops for new employees
  • Childcare at employee rates
  • Work in a bilingual team of teachers
  • Independent planning and implementation of offers
  • Regular team events
  • Housekeeping to relieve the pedagogical specialists
  • Peaceful and natural environment, which promotes well-being and productivity.
  • Competitive salary scale
ABOUT US
Welcome to the next generation of daycare, where you come as you are.

Edukind is a bilingual childcare center with a coworking space built on flexibility, autonomy, and belonging. Our dynamic model is designed to advance individual potential and foster community.

Come and join our team, where every day is an opportunity to grow, connect, and make a positive impact!