Careers

Discover a role where every day is a new opportunity to make a difference in little lives.

At KITA Academy, our people are passionate about delivering early years education that empowers and inspires children to create their own futures. We’re a global organization with big ambitions for growth, and we need exceptional people to help us lead the way.
Nurture Children
Every day will be a rewarding experience that will warm your heart and make you feel proud
Career Progression

Grow your career with us. We invest in our educators with mentorship, training, and clear pathways to advance into senior and leadership roles.

Competitive Compensation
We stay competitive & exceed rates for a position of employment by constantly researching the market
Generous Childcare Discount

We offer a discount on childcare, your family can take advantage of our great learning environment

Great Work Environment
Our staff work in bright, spacious and beautiful learning environments
Health & Wellness Perks
Our full-time staff enjoy benefits such as health, dental, vision and life insurance
Welcoming Culture

KITA is more than a company; it’s a culture! Since we only hire the best, you will only be working with the best

Tuition Reimbursement
We offer education and financial assistance for courses related to your field of work
Retirement Programs

Staff are eligible to participate in our retirement programs.

Paid Time Off
Renew and Recover with PTO. Employees earn paid time off in addition to company-paid holidays
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There’s a world of opportunities waiting for you.

Whether you’re just starting out in your early learning career, or looking to take the next step, there are so many different opportunities available!
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Education Positions

Roles in Early Childhood Education are diverse. Whether you’re a trainee just starting out, or a degree-qualified Early Childhood Educator, it takes a village to give every child the best start in life.

Some key Education roles at Kita Academy include:

  • Early Childhood Educator (ECE)
  • Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE)
  • Reggio Emilia Directress/Director
  • Assistant Educator
  • Student Placement  
Careers at KITA Academy – Join Our Passionate Team of Educators
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Leadership Positions

Our Centre Directors and Area Directors are integral to our organization. They ensure that each of our child care centres is upheld to the highest standards. This includes maintaining the quality of our learning environments and fostering a strong and supportive team culture for our staff.

If you’re looking to take the next step in your early learning career, there are several leadership roles that may inspire you:

  • Education Coach
  • Area Director
  • Centre Director
  • Assistant Director
  • Floor Supervisor 
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Support Positions

Our Support Staff is integral to supporting children’s health and wellbeing in a child care environment. It takes a village to give a child the best start in life.

Some key support staff roles include:

  • Cook/Assistant Cook
  • Bus Driver
  • Administrator
  • Cleaner  
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Head Office Positions

Our head offices in Edmonton are always hives full of activity, and our teams offer crucial support and guidance to our child care teams across Canada. Our Head Office personnel are key contributors to the business and are integral to the successful delivery of key business outcomes. They offer expertise, guidance and assistance across core business functions such as Operations, HR, Finance, Staff Training and Development, Education, Marketing and Enrolment. If you’re looking for a corporate career with heart, speak to us about an opportunity with Kita Academy today.
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Join our Hive!

We love to hear from skilled, ambitious people who can help us give children the best start in life. KITA Academy is a big organization, so we’re always looking for Educators, Directors, and Support Staff. We also have opportunities at our Head Offices. If you think you’d be the perfect fit to join our KITA Academy team, we’d love to hear from you!