Volunteer Board Member Opportunity
Leadership with ARCQE
Are you looking for ways to increase your engagement in leadership opportunities?
If so, you may be interested in applying to support early learning initiatives at the provincial level as a member of the ARCQE Board! ARCQE is seeking two new candidates from the South (Medicine Hat/ Lethbridge communities) and/or Central-North regions (Jasper-Lloydminster communities), with backgrounds in OSC, and FCC areas of the sector to fill outgoing positions of the Board. If you are a Level III certified member of the licensed Early Childhood Community in Alberta with in-depth experience and knowledge of the sector's needs, we welcome applicants! Click the below to view the job posting, and get the link to apply. Interested candidates should remit applications by April 30th, 2025.
How We Help
ARCQE offers a wide range of Support Services and Professional Learning opportunities to support your learning journey. Explore the options below to take your Early Learning and Care Service knowledge to new heights.
Childhood Development
Explore how ARCQE’s delivery of The Ages and Stages Questionnaires help early learning and care providers evaluate children’s developmental and social-emotional progress from birth to age six.
Learn MoreEquity, Diversity & Inclusion
Learn to incorporate culturally diverse teachings in early education settings to create a foundation for children to become respectful, empathetic, and globally minded individuals.
Learn MoreProgramming & Curriculum
Explore the projects and supports to guide your implementation of the Flight Program: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework.
Learn MoreQuality Enhancement
Explore how ARCQE can assist programs that need help meeting regulation. Programs are designed to meet program operators’ and educators’ regulatory compliance needs.
Learn MoreProfessional Learning
ARCQE provides various Professional Learning opportunities for Early Childhood Professionals through both on-site, and affiliate training options.
Learn MoreSuccess Stories
We help
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Learning Series Participant
“With the help of this learning series, I improved the way I am writing my learning stories and preparing responsive environments for children. It boosts my confidence as an early childhood educator. I am thankful that ARCQE has these kinds of learning series for educators.”
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Supported Educator
“For me personally, coming into a brand-new program was intimidating, but having the ASQ tools already integrated into the program helped me feel more confident in my role. The coaches have been incredibly supportive, and their encouragement has helped me grow professionally. I feel much more equipped to have meaningful conversations with families and better understand where children are developmentally.”
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Pedagogical Leader
“I feel empowered by the compassionate leadership and the numerous growth opportunities highlighted at the event & our shared vision.”
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Supported Educator
“What I’ve learned through the program is how to have meaningful and sometimes difficult conversations with parents. It’s not easy, but the training and resources have given me the tools to navigate these discussions with confidence and empathy. That’s been one of the biggest ways I’ve grown as an educator.”
Partner Programs
Explore ARCQE’s collaborative network of partners.
AECEA Conference
Learn more about the Spark Mentorship Program supported in partnership between ARCQE and the Spark Guide developed by Policy Wise at ARCQE's upcoming presentation as part of the AECEA Conference.
SPARK at AECEA's 2025 Conference
Nourishing Beginnings
Build your knowledge and your confidence in feeding toddlers and preschoolers through the Nourishing Beginnings course, brought to you by ARCQE and the Dairy Farmers of Canada.
Explore the Program
Spark Mentorship Program
Enhance your cultural competence, promote equity and belonging in your program, and celebrate cultural diversity in your community by joining the Spark Mentorship Program, in partnership with Policy Wise for Children & Families.
Explore the Program
Environmental Health Awareness and Learning Toolkit (EHALT)
Learn about chemicals and pollutants and the potential for adverse impacts on children, in partnership with Health Canada’s Alberta Environmental Health Program.
Explore the ProgramGuiding Practice to Enhance Programs
ARCQE offers a wide range of professional learning opportunities and services to guide continuous quality improvement.
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