Job Summary
Join our dedicated team as a Child Care Supervisor, where you will lead and oversee the daily operations of a vibrant early childhood education environment. Your energetic leadership will ensure a safe, nurturing, and engaging space for children to learn, grow, and thrive. You will coordinate caregiving activities, support classroom staff, and foster positive relationships with children and families. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives while demonstrating your expertise in early childhood development and classroom management.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the daily operations of the childcare centre and ensure compliance with all BC Child Care Licensing Regulations, health and safety requirements, and centre policies.
- Lead, mentor, and support Early Childhood Educators and childcare assistants.
- Prepare staff schedules and ensure appropriate staffing ratios are maintained.
- Plan, implement, and evaluate high-quality early learning programs in accordance with the BC Early Learning Framework.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment that supports children's learning and development.
- Monitor children's progress and support educators in documenting observations and developmental milestones.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
- Assist with staff recruitment, orientation, training, performance management, and professional development.
- Maintain accurate enrolment records, attendance records, incident reports, and licensing documentation.
- Respond to parent inquiries and resolve concerns in a professional and timely manner.
- Ensure classrooms, equipment, and outdoor play areas are clean, safe, and well maintained.
- Support continuous quality improvement and promote a positive team culture.
Qualifications
Applicants must have:
- Valid BC Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate.
- Valid Infant Toddler Educator (IT) Certificate is considered an asset.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience working in a licensed childcare centre.
- Minimum one (1) year of supervisory or leadership experience in a childcare setting is preferred.
- Valid Emergency Child Care First Aid & CPR Certificate.
- Successful Criminal Record Check.
- Strong knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework and BC Child Care Licensing Regulations.
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
- Ability to work collaboratively and lead a team in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive wages.
- Provincial ECE Wage Enhancement (where applicable).
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Positive workplace culture focused on high-quality early learning.
Join us in creating a joyful learning environment where every child feels valued and supported!
Additional provincial ECE Wage Enhancement may apply to eligible certified educators in accordance with the BC Government program.
Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
