Director of Childcare

**Posting #**:CC-2024-03 **Job Title**: Director of Childcare & Preschool Programs **Department**:Childcare and Preschool Programs **Status**:Full Time **Hours of Work**:37.5 hour/ week, Monday to Friday **Start Date**:January 20, 2025 **Union**:Health Science Professionals Bargaining Association **Wage Rate**:Gid level 10, $39.26 - $48.88/ hour, as per the 2024 wage schedule **Reports to**:VP, Supported Child Development & Childcare **Job Summary**: Are you a passionate early year's professional eager to make a lasting impact in children’s lives? We are looking for a dedicated and team focused Director of Childcare & Preschool Programs to lead our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a stable, mission-driven organization that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in early childhood education. As the Director of Childcare & Preschool Programs, you will play a pivotal role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children thrive, families feel supported, and staff excel. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for early childhood development and a committed to operational excellence, we’d love to hear from you **Job responsibilities**: - Embraces the Centre Mission: "Helping children with special needs reach their potential". - Supports a team to meet the individual needs of every child by providing an environment where all children feel welcomed, safe and included. - Oversees and evaluates the day-to-day operations of the Childcare and Preschool programs, including scheduling, facilities management, and resource allocation. - Manages Childcare and Preschool program staff, including recruitment, evaluations, and payroll submission, as well as ensuring that staff maintain up to date, best practice knowledge and skills while fostering a positive and collaborative workplace. - Oversees and approves all departmental expenditures within an approved budget. - Ensures the development of appropriate policies and procedures. - Supervises work experience for students during practicums. - Ensures staff and facility compliance with policies and procedures regulated by Child Care Licensing. - Establishes and enforces health and safety protocols to maintain a clean and secure environment. - Responds to emergencies, accidents, or incidents; documenting and communicating appropriately. - Maintains an ongoing knowledge of the children and their families served by being actively involved in the Childcare and Preschool programs. - Is an active member of various community committees such as Heart of the Matter, Child and Youth Committees and related Early Childhood Development committees at the direction of the VP, SCD & Childcare. - Coordinate the delivery of Supported Child Development services to the Childcare and Preschool programs in concert with the Centre's VP of SCD & Childcare - Participate in The Centre's Department Leader’s Team - Perform other related duties as assigned by the VP, SCD & Childcare. - Available to work occasional evenings and Saturdays **Qualifications, Skills & Ability Requirements**: - A degree in a field related to child development, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - A minimum of five years related supervisory experience in an Inclusive Early Learning and Care environment. - Valid Early Childhood Educator License to practice issued by BC Child Care Facilities Licensing Board. - Valid Special Needs Certificate. - Valid Infancy, Toddler Certificate. - Valid First Aid Certificate. - Valid BC Driver's License. - Demonstrated commitment to Family Centered Care and a customer service approach. - Demonstrated knowledge of community childcare resources and other community support services. - Demonstrated knowledge of multi-cultural issues, Aboriginal families, family systems and culturally appropriate practices. - Ability to take on a leadership role in working independently and as part of a team. - Ability to develop and maintain effective team building and relationship skills. - Ability to problem-solve, develop strategies and course of action to follow. - Ability to organize, prioritize and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. - Ability to be unbiased, open minded and flexible when working within a variety of community settings. - Ability to operate related equipment and recognize when maintenance of related equipment is required. - Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. **Who we are and what we offer**: **Posting Date**: November 20, 2024 **Closing Date**: December 6, 2024 THE CENTRE FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Pay: $39.26-$48.88 per hour Expected hours: 37.5 per week Schedule: - Monday to Friday **Education**: - Secondary School (preferred) **Experience**: - Inclusive ECE program supervisory: 5 years (preferred) Licence/Certification: - BC Early Childhood Educator License (required) - Special Needs Certificate (preferred) - Infancy