Childcare Director
3 months ago
Why should you join our team?
YMCA Calgary is a charity that ignites the potential in Calgarians. Since our inception in 1902, we have evolved into a vibrant organization operating in every quadrant of the city.
Guided by our core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, YMCA Calgary offers a growing hub of programming & services to address the needs of our community including connection and belonging, physical and mental wellbeing, child-care support, language instruction, affordable tutoring and more. We also ensure that no one is turned away, lowering financial barriers for youth, adults and families through the generous donations of our community. This impact takes place across our 7 health and wellness facilities, 6 childcare centres, 2 outdoor camps and 12+ community programs, empowering people of all ages and life stages to belong, grow, thrive and lead.
Child Care Director
Shane Homes YMCA at Rocky Ridge
**Salary**: $46,663/year - $58,328/year + associated provincial hourly wage top up
Start Date: Immediate
You can make an impact in the community - locally and across the globe. You will work with a fun culture of people and enjoy many of the benefits and opportunities the YMCA offers:
- Complimentary YMCA Calgary membership including a linked membership for dependent children;
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits. Premiums paid in full by the Association;
- Pension plan with specified contribution matching by the Association;
- Anniversary flex day and gifts given to celebrate each year of employment;
- Program discounts;
- Ongoing leadership development and opportunities;
- Leadership award opportunities;
- Scholarship opportunities;
- Paid recertification and training.
What qualifications are we looking for?
- Post-secondary diploma/degree in Early Childhood Education;
- Alberta Early Childhood Educator Certification - Level 3;
- Minimum 2 years supervisory and leadership experience within a licensed child care centre managing a team and daily operations;
- Experience working with children aged 12 months - six years, utilizing an inclusive and play-based learning curriculum;
- A positive attitude and collaborative teamwork approach;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including intermediate computer literacy and competency;
- Current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificated within the last 12 months from an approved AB OHS provider. Asset if certification is issued by one of the following five Canadian organizations: Canadian Red Cross, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Lifesaving Society, St John's Ambulance and/or Canadian Ski Patrol.
- Evidence of a clear Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search;
- Three professional references
What does this role look like at YMCA Calgary?
This position is full-time and will work 40 hours per week between the hours of 7am - 6pm, Monday through Friday. Flexibility of the successful applicant’s personal schedule is required to ensure staff and area needs are met. Some evening and weekend work may be required.
Reporting to the Centre Manager - Early Years (north), the Child Care Director will:
- Complete operation and administrative responsibilities of the childcare centre
- Demonstrate a cooperative team approach for managing centre operations including adapting personal work schedule, working in ratio and providing facility operational support (including Duty Manager shifts)
- Provide leadership ensuring all staff and program needs are met; including recruitment, supervision, scheduling, performance management, training and recognition
- Demonstrate a professional, customer service-oriented approach including the effective utilization of established communication strategies for both internal and external YMCA Calgary stakeholders
- Ensure compliance to all internal YMCA systems, policies and procedures as well as regulatory agencies including Alberta Health Services and the Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Licensing Act & Regulations
- Maintain a clean, organized and safe indoor and outdoor environment
- Achieve excellence in developmentally appropriate program delivery, including implementation of the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum
- Demonstrate safe practices and act promptly on all health and safety risks and concerns. Effectively manage emergency situations as per YMCA procedures
- Engage with centre, ILT, branch and association initiatives. This includes recognition, celebrations, community engagement and fund development
What qualities do we look for in YMCA Calgary Staff and Volunteers?
Our diverse team of staff and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the community. In addition, they model and are committed to the following competencies:
- Developing Self and Others: Developing people with a view toward present and future capacity.
- Building Purposeful Relationships: Relating to people authentically with their best in mind.
- Creating a Culture of Community: Gather
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