Assistant Supervisor

If you are looking to have a positive impact on the lives of children in a FUN active environment, we look forward to hearing from you

The Organization

Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham is a non-profit licensed childcare operator serving children from 0 – 12 years of age across Durham Region in a variety of licensed and recreational programs. We promote an environment of respect and celebrate the rich diversity of the children, their families, and our employees.

Position: Assistant Supervisor

Location: JOHN DRYDEN - Whitby

Status: Permanent Full Time (Rotating Shifts)

Compensation Level 1 Assistant Supervisor - $29.38/hour

(inclusive of Provincial Wage Enhancement Grant and Workforce Funding)

The Position

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Assistant Supervisor is responsible for supporting and leading the day-to-day operations of the Centre, ensuring management practices that reflect the philosophy of the organization, that promote quality early childhood education and care, that provide a safe and supportive work/play environment, that promote positive relations with families and partners, and that demonstrate sound financial management processes.

Responsibilities:

• To provide support and leadership to the delivery of a curriculum that supports children's learning and adheres to the philosophy of the organization
• To adhere to, and role model, all applicable legislation, and regulatory requirements and SPC specific policies and procedures
• To consistently model professionalism, and establish good working relationships between the organization and the community
• To develop and maintain positive, supportive, and professional relationships with families while respecting their unique needs
• To coach, motivate, guide, provide feedback and manage the performance of educators
• To maintain a physically and emotionally safe workplace through adherence to all health and safety policies and procedures

The Ideal Candidate – Professional Attributes

• Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational, planning and program facilitation skills
• Ability to coach, train and develop team members and positively lead the team
• Excellent collaboration and team skills
• Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Professional work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Enthusiastic, positive, and fun

The Ideal Candidate – Qualifications, Education and Experience

• College Diploma or University Degree in Early Childhood Education, and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Minimum of 2 years of RECE experience, supervisor designate experience an asset
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C qualifications
• Demonstrated ability to support early learning programs reflective of current research, best practices, and inquiry-based learning
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with families, children, colleagues, and external agencies
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a team member
• Sound knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act, How Does Learning Happen? ELECT and the Durham Region Operating Criteria
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, Office Center, and Microsoft Outlook

All interested applicants can send their resume to Olivia Rellinger via email at by 9am on Friday, November 21, 2025.

INTERNAL applicants must include a recent performance overview or appraisal from their supervisor in the application.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Schoolhouse Playcare is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodation at any point during the selection process, please advise.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $29.38 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Work Location: In person