About Together We Grow
Together We Grow Montessori School is a new Montessori Casa program preparing to open in Vancouver’s West Broadway community. Our school will serve children ages 2.5 to 5 in thoughtfully prepared, mixed-age Montessori classrooms.
Our philosophy is grounded in respect for each child, authentic Montessori practice, meaningful family partnerships, and a warm school community where children, families, and educators grow together.
We are currently working toward a January 2027 opening, subject to the completion of construction and licensing approvals.
About the Position
We are seeking an experienced, organized, and compassionate Child Care Manager / Centre Administrator to support the successful opening and ongoing operation of our school.
Working closely with the Owner/Principal, the Manager will oversee the school’s day-to-day administration, support educators, communicate with families, and help ensure that all operational practices meet licensing and regulatory requirements.
This is a hands-on leadership position. The successful candidate will be comfortable moving between administration, staff leadership, family communication, admissions support, and classroom coverage when required.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operation of the child care centre
- Support the Owner/Principal with pre-opening planning and operational setup
- Help ensure compliance with BC child care legislation, licensing requirements, VCH expectations, and school policies
- Maintain accurate and confidential child, family, staff, attendance, health, safety, and licensing records
- Coordinate staff schedules, breaks, classroom coverage, and substitute arrangements
- Support employee recruitment, orientation, training, supervision, and professional development
- Monitor staff-to-child ratios and provide classroom coverage when required
- Respond professionally and compassionately to family inquiries, concerns, and feedback
- Coordinate school tours, enrollment inquiries, admissions follow-up, and family onboarding
- Support emergency preparedness, incident reporting, staff training, and health and safety procedures
- Assist with staff meetings, performance support, and team communication
- Help create a calm, respectful, organized, and collaborative workplace culture
- Work closely with the Owner/Principal on school priorities, operations, and continuous improvement
Required Qualifications
- Valid British Columbia Early Childhood Educator Certificate
- Current Emergency Child Care First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain it before employment
- Minimum three years of experience in a licensed early learning or child care setting
- Previous experience as a Child Care Manager, Supervisor, Assistant Manager, Program Coordinator, or Lead Educator
- Strong knowledge of BC child care licensing requirements and operational practices
- Demonstrated experience supporting educators and communicating with families
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organization, judgment, professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail
- Ability to use email, shared calendars, digital records, and common office software
- Eligibility to work in Canada
- Ability to provide satisfactory professional references and complete a Criminal Record Check
Preferred Qualifications
- Five or more years of experience in licensed child care
- Previous involvement in opening or establishing a new child care centre
- Montessori training or experience working in a Montessori environment
- Experience with enrollment, parent tours, staff scheduling, licensing inspections, and policy implementation
- Additional early childhood credentials or leadership training
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly compensation based on qualifications and experience
- Full-time, permanent, Monday-to-Friday position
- Access to a comprehensive employee benefits plan following successful completion of the three-month probationary period
- Vacation, statutory holidays, and illness leave in accordance with BC Employment Standards
- Opportunities for paid professional development
- A collaborative working relationship with the Owner/Principal
- Meaningful involvement in shaping the systems, culture, and future of a new Montessori school
- A thoughtfully designed and well-resourced working environment
Start Date
Regular full-time employment is anticipated to begin closer to the school’s opening. Limited paid pre-opening planning, training, and orientation may be available earlier by mutual agreement.
The school is working toward a January 2027 opening, subject to the completion of construction and licensing approvals.
How to Apply
Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter describing your child care leadership experience and interest in joining Together We Grow through Indeed.
Selected candidates will be invited to an interview. Professional references and credentials will be verified before an offer of employment is finalized.
Together We Grow Montessori School welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and supportive workplace.
Pay: $32.00-$38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Application question(s):
- Are you available to begin full-time employment around January 2027, with limited paid pre-opening work possibly beginning earlier by mutual agreement? Please answer Yes or No and briefly explain any timing considerations.
- Do you have working knowledge of British Columbia child care licensing requirements and day-to-day child care centre operations? Please answer Yes or No and briefly describe your experience.
Experience:
- licensed child care leadership or management: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- BC ECE Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person
