Manager, Childcare

Required Experience:

• Degree/Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and valid ECE certification
• Valid First Aid certificate as required by childcare licensing
• Minimum three (3) years of recent experience in childcare working with school-aged children (Kindergarten – Grade 5) with strong understanding of the BC Early Learning Framework (ELF), Early Years Development Instrument (EDI) and Childhood Experience Questionnaire (CHEQ)
• Minimum one (1) year of recent experience managing a childcare program and leading and supervising staff which includes familiarity with Island Health’s childcare licensing regulations and the Ministry Education and Childcare’s childcare fee reduction programs
• Experience managing a budget
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook as well as familiarity with host and internet-based computer applications
• Experience with Esikidz software, an asset

Key Responsibilities:

As an ideal candidate, you:

• Strives for Personal Excellence
• Thinks Critically and Creatively
• Builds Relationships
• Practices a Growth Mindset
• Effectively Communicate and Collaborate
• Models Leadership Excellence
• Uses a Systems Thinking Approach
• Cultivates Community
• Encourages Employee Growth
• Provides a Strategic Focus
• Fosters Interconnectedness

Reporting to the District Principal, Early Learning and Childcare, the Manager, Childcare is primarily responsible for the supervision, management and operations of the School District operated before & after school programs.  The Childcare Manager will also work to support the School District’s third-party childcare providers operating on school grounds.  This position will work alongside School District staff and community partners to enhance early learning and childcare initiatives to positively impact our students and families. 

Salary & Benefits:

The salary range for this part-time position is $46,270 to $57,838 per annum.

Initial placement within the range is based on related education and experience.