At The Academy, we are driven by a deep desire to bring about widespread change in early education and childcare. We believe traditional methods used in most early childhood education facilities are antiquated, outdated, and broken. To meet the needs of today’s parents and to bring about true progress in our young children, we need a model that fosters independence, diversity, and innovation. To that end, we are committed to developing a program that helps raise competent, capable, action-oriented thinkers and change agents.
Reporting to the Childcare Director, the Centre Director at our new Nolan Hill location is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the centre and its operations. The Centre Director will ensure the organization’s mission and values are being reflected in the provision of early learning and childcare services at The Academy. The Centre Director should have a well-developed knowledge and understanding of child development, value family and community engagement within the program, and be proficient in the effective management of a staff team.
We want someone who is committed to creating a diverse, multicultural and welcoming learning community, proud of the emphasis on the development of intellectual and moral values in our children. Our values are respect, inclusion, responsibility and success.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure the safety and well-being of all staff and patrons of The Academy, including ensuring the program is following all Childcare Licensing, Environmental Public Health, and other related regulations.
- Possess a deep understanding of child development, including the importance of inclusive education for children from birth to age six.
- Demonstrate the value of family and community within the program and provide opportunities for children, families, and the community to meaningfully engage with The Academy.
- Possess and apply knowledge of the FLIGHT curriculum, as well as the pedagogies of Reggio Emilia and Waldorf education.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with children, staff, management, families, and community stakeholders. Strong oral and written communication skills are critical to this role.
- Ability to manage a team of staff including supporting conflict resolution, schedule development, setting expectations, and supporting the implementation of programming and documentation.
- Excellent administration skills including diligent record keeping and documentation, proficiency in the use of technology including word processing, excel, and email. Willing to learn specialized program software.
- Collect monthly fees from families and generate centre spending reports to ensure the program is maintaining it’s targeted budget.
- Working directly with the children in classrooms from time to time to ensure ratios are met.
- Perform child and staff observations, and prepare staff performance evaluations to be reviewed with the Childcare Director.
- Personnel management including the hiring of qualified staff.
- Demonstrate dependability, reliability, and responsibility.
- Demonstrate patience and flexibility to adapt to the ever-changing needs of children, families, and the program.
- Coaching and mentoring staff – providing guidance and support in continued skill development, the design, planning, and implementation of engaging age-appropriate programming, and overall performance.
- Developing and supporting fundraising and community engagement initiatives for the centre.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum 2-year diploma in Early Childhood Education.
- Leadership and management training considered an asset.
- Education or experience working with children with extra support needs and provision of inclusive education an asset.
- Minimum 3 years experience in a supervisory capacity in a childcare setting.
- Strong understanding of the Childcare Act, Childcare Regulation, and Environmental Public Health Regulation.
- Thorough knowledge of child development from birth through age 6.
- ECE Level 3 Certificate (formerly Child Development Supervisor) is required.
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft office suite. Willing to learn specialized software.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English – knowledge or proficiency in additional languages including ASL considered an asset.
- Demonstrate dependability, reliability, and responsibility.
- Demonstrate patience and flexibility to adapt to the ever-changing needs of children, families, and the program.
- Demonstrate empathy and understanding of diversity.
- Working directly with the children regularly to ensure ratios are met and observations are being conducted.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Knowledge of community resources to support families.
Other requirements
- Cleared Background check and Current First Aid/ CPR-can be completed upon hiring
- Must be able to lift up to 40lbs, bend, crouch, sit on the floor and conduct all activities/movements necessary to support children enrolled the program
- Ability to function in a calm and professional manner under pressure (or in an emergency)
- A team player
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We are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunity. Embracing diversity, we ensure fair and equitable practices in our hiring decisions.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please Note: All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- What is your compensation expectation for your next role?
Experience:
- Working with children: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Level 3 ECE Certification? (required)
Work Location: In person
