The Early Years Supervisor provides day-to-day leadership and oversight of the Okanagan Mission YMCA Childcare Centre, ensuring the delivery of exceptional early learning and care programs. This position supports educators, children, and families while maintaining compliance with licensing regulations, YMCA standards, and best practices in early childhood education.
- Compensation: $30.61 per hour this includes the ECE wage enhancement as part of the Government's Early Care and Learning Recruitment and Retention Strategy (http://gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/family-and-social-supports/child-care/6337_earlycareandlearningrecruitment_andretentionstrategy_report_web.pdf)
- Paid vacation, wellness, and family responsibility days
- Extended health and dental benefits
- YMCA membership for employee and family
- YMCA pension contribution of 5% after two years of employment
- Reporting to: Child Care Manager
- Location: Okanagan Mission YMCA Childcare Centre, Kelowna, BC
- Schedule: Full-Time
The Early Years Supervisor has a direct impact on the quality of care and learning experiences provided to children and families within our community. By supporting educators and fostering a positive, inclusive environment, this role helps build strong foundations for lifelong learning and healthy development.
This position contributes to the YMCA's mission of strengthening communities by providing safe, welcoming, and enriching spaces where children can thrive and families feel supported.
Provide leadership and oversight to the daily operations of the child care centre while supporting children, families, and educators.
- Lead and support a team of Early Childhood Educators in delivering high-quality child care programming.
- Ensure compliance with childcare licensing regulations, YMCA policies, and health and safety standards.
- Create a welcoming, inclusive, and positive environment for children, families, staff, and community partners.
- Support staff recruitment, onboarding, coaching, scheduling, and performance development.
- Foster positive relationships and effective communication with families regarding children's development and program participation.
- Monitor program quality and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure accurate record keeping and documentation in accordance with licensing and organizational requirements.
- Support budget management, resource allocation, and operational planning as directed.
- Address operational challenges and support effective problem-solving within the centre.
- Champion YMCA values, policies, and child safeguarding practices.
- Current Early Childhood Education and Infant Toddler or Special Needs certification
- Valid BC ECE License to Practice
- A minimum of 2 years supervisory experience with demonstrated leadership skills
- Must have current First Aid Certification - CPR C or willingness to obtain
- Drivers License is required (mileage is compensated) and Class 4 license is considered an asset
- Passionate about supporting children, families, and educators.
- Committed to creating inclusive and welcoming environments for people from all backgrounds.
- A collaborative and supportive leader who empowers others to succeed.
- Organized, adaptable, and solution-oriented.
- Dedicated to continuous learning and professional growth.
- Values teamwork, accountability, and community impact.
- Be part of a mission-driven organization that positively impacts children and families every day.
- Work alongside a passionate and supportive team committed to excellence in early learning and care.
- Access professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
- Contribute to a culture of inclusion, belonging, and community connection.
- Help shape positive experiences that influence children's lifelong success.
- Successful Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
- Valid First Aid Certification maintained throughout employment.
- Ability to meet all provincial licensing requirements for child care professionals.
The YMCA of Southern Interior BC is an equity employer and encourages applications from all individuals who may contribute to the diversity of our workplace. This includes persons with diverse abilities, persons of colour and ethnicity, Indigenous persons (First Nations, Métis, and Inuit), and people of all sexual orientations and genders.
Application Deadline: September 4th, 2026
