Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Supervisor, where your passion for nurturing and guiding young minds will make a lasting impact! In this dynamic role, you will oversee daily classroom activities, ensure a safe and engaging environment for children, and support our dedicated caregiving staff. Your leadership will foster a positive atmosphere that promotes learning, creativity, and development for children of diverse backgrounds and needs. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to lead with enthusiasm and make a difference in the lives of children and their families.
Duties
- Assess the children’s development in order to prepare a learning plan tailored to his needs.
- Assist co-workers in housekeeping and cooking duties
- Bathe, diaper and feed infants and toddlers
- Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
- Maintain daycare equipment
- Storytelling
- Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
- Synthesize the overall situation of the children and communicate the information to the parents
- Assist early childhood educators in carrying out programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
- Lead activities by telling or reading stories, teaching songs and taking children to local points of interest
- Order supplies and equipment
- Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
- Encourage children to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
- Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
- Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
- Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
- Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
- Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
- Discuss progress and problems of children at staff meetings
- Knowledge of licensing regulations
- Establish guidelines for behaviour
- Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with co-workers and community service providers working with children
- Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
- Supervise and co-ordinate activities of other early childhood educators and early childhood educator assistants
Experience
- Five years or more experience
- Proven classroom experience working with young children in early childhood settings
- Demonstrated experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs is highly desirable
- Strong background in teaching or caregiving roles within daycare or preschool environments
- Knowledge of early childhood education principles, developmental milestones, and age-specific activities
- Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with children, families, and team members
- Ability to lead by example, motivate staff, and foster a collaborative team atmosphere
Languages
English
Education
Experience
5 years or more
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Supervision
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Emergency child care first aid and CPR
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) Certificate
- First Aid Certificate
Additional information
Security and safety
Personal suitability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Team player
- Ability to multitask
This role is perfect for passionate caregivers ready to lead with energy and dedication! We value experience that reflects a genuine commitment to nurturing children’s growth while supporting our team’s professional development.
Join us in creating a joyful, safe space where every child can thrive!
Pay: $26.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Abbotsford, BC V2T 3L6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Childcare or school work related: 5 years (preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person
