Summit Start is seeking a passionate and experienced Daycare Director to lead our exceptional team and uphold the highest standards of care and education.
Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children to grow, learn, and thrive.
About the Role
The Daycare Director is a key leadership role, and your team will rely on you to be a total rockstar! You will oversee all operations of our dynamic childcare center. You will be responsible for managing staff, ensuring compliance with licensing regulations, ensuring curriculum implementation, and fostering positive and meaningful relationships with families. Your leadership will shape the environment that supports children’s development and ensures the well-being of our team.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management:
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Lead and inspire a team of 30+ staff, including ECE teachers, support staff, and administrators. This is a big team, so a hands-on and collaborative approach to training and mentoring is a must! You will be working directly with the staff and children on a daily basis (this is not a desk job, so roll up your sleeves!).
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Work culture is everything! Along with fostering a great work environment, you will recruit, train, and retain top-tier childcare professionals as well as develop and implement staff schedules to ensure proper coverage at all hours. And don't forget staff events!
Childcare Program Oversight:
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Ensure the delivery of high-quality care and education across multiple age groups.
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Summit Start uses Emergent Curriculum to support the development and growth of the children in our care.
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Maintain an inclusive, culturally sensitive, and engaging environment for all children.
Operational Excellence:
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Monitor and ensure compliance with all licensing, safety & health regulations.
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Manage budgets, resources, and expenses for the facility.
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Regularly inspect the facility to ensure it meets health, safety, and cleanliness standards. Ensure that toys, materials, furniture and the spaces are kept in pristine condition and that any repairs needed or broken items are addressed immediately.
Business Management:
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Drive the daycare enrollment/utilization to meet growth targets. Monitor seasonal and annual enrollment trends and strategize to ensure consistent high enrollment.
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Identify opportunities for growth and manage classrooms to maximize utilization in each age group.
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Be resilient, creative and collaborative to find ways to lead the center to success.
Family & Community Engagement:
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Build and maintain strong relationships with families, addressing their concerns promptly and professionally.
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Communicate effectively with parents and guardians through regular updates, meetings, events, and other communication lines.
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Represent the center in community outreach and partnerships to foster support and growth.
Qualifications
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Early Childhood Education Diploma (or equivalent).
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Must hold Alberta ECE Level 3 certification.
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Valid Standard First Aid with CPR Level B or C Certification.
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Clear & Valid Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector obtained within the last 6 months.
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Ability to work exceptionally well in teams
Experience
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Minimum of 5 years of childcare management or related leadership experience.
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Experience managing large teams and a multi-age childcare program is highly preferred.
Skills
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Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
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Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
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Proficiency with computers and childcare management systems.
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In-depth knowledge of childcare licensing regulations and compliance.
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Financial and budget management experience.
What do we offer?
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Competitive salary + Government of Alberta Wage Top-Up
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Comprehensive group health benefits at zero cost to the employee (you pay additional only for dependents)
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Paid time off and holidays
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Professional development opportunities
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Fun team culture with staff events, recognition, and more!
Disclaimer:
We will only be reaching out to candidates who meet the required qualifications. The recruitment process involves multiple levels of screening. All shortlisted candidates will receive an email to complete their skills assessment in TestGorilla. Further steps in the recruitment and interview process will be determined based on the scores from this skills assessment.
At Summit Start, you’ll join a diverse, dynamic, and professional team where your leadership truly makes a difference!
If you’re ready to lead with passion, drive, and creativity, we want to hear from you!
APPLY NOW!
