Childcare Program Director

4 weeks ago

Calgary, Canada Childcare in Calgary Full time

**About Us**:
We are a South Calgary based provider of quality childcare services dedicated to nurturing and educating young children.

We are committed to creating a safe, healthy, and stimulating environment for our children and staff.

**Position Summary**:
As a Program Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and management of the facility or program. Your role involves ensuring the safety, well-being, and developmental progress of the children under your care, as well as managing staff, budgets, and regulatory compliance.

**Responsibilities**:
**Leadership and Management**:

- Provide visionary leadership to the childcare program, setting goals and objectives in alignment with the organization's mission.
- Oversee and supervise all aspects of daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, and program activities.
- Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate childcare staff, ensuring compliance with all licensing and regulatory requirements.
- Foster a positive and supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and development among staff members.

**Program Development and Implementation**:

- Design and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities that promote the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional growth of children based on the Alberta Flight Framework.
- Ensure that the childcare program meets or exceeds all applicable licensing, accreditation, and quality standards.
- Regularly assess and evaluate program effectiveness, making adjustments as necessary to meet the needs of children and families.

**Parent and Community Engagement**:

- Build and maintain positive relationships with parents/guardians, keeping them informed about their child’s progress, activities, and any issues that may arise.
- Act as a liaison between the childcare program and the community, participating in outreach activities and promoting the program's services.

**Financial Management**:

- Develop and manage the childcare program budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and efficiency.

**Health, Safety, and Compliance**:

- Maintain a safe and healthy environment for children, staff, and visitors, adhering to all health and safety regulations and protocols.
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing childcare facilities, including licensing requirements and reporting.

**Qualifications**:

- Degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development or a related field.
- Must have a valid Alberta ECE Certification Level 3
- Proven experience in a leadership role within a childcare setting, with a strong understanding of child development principles and best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with children, parents, staff and community members.
- Strong organizational and management skills.
- Ability to handle crisis situations calmly and efficiently, ensuring the safety and well-being of all involved.

**Additional Requirements**:

- CPE and First Aid Certification.
- Police Clearance Check with vulnerable sector search is required.

**Salary and Benefits**
- Competitive Wages based on Experience (plus Government Top-up).

**Job Type**
- In-Person & Onsite (South - Calgary)
- Full-time (40 Hours a week)

**How to Apply**:
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Calgary, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Program Director: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Alberta ECE Level 3 Certification (required)

Work Location: In person

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