Child care facility manager for a Christian Based Child care Centre

Job Responsibility:

Job Overview: Job Summary

We are looking to hire a qualified Facility Manager who is a mature Christian that models Christ in their life and is passionate about providing high quality, Christian-based Early Childhood Education. Under the direction of the Director board team, the Facility Manager manages the day-to-day operations of the childcare facility to establish a positive learning environment for children. The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in managing all aspects of a daycare facility, have a love for children, and strong leadership and supervisory skills to create a supportive and encouraging environment for teachers, parents, and children.

Duties:Ensures and facilitates the smooth functioning of all aspects of the childcare facility in order to best serve children and families

· Ensure that center facilities are safe for children and comply with Federal, Provincial, and Municipal laws, childcare regulations, and licensing requirements at all times

· Provides supervision, leadership, and support to all center staff

_Train new staff members, ensuring they meet all policies and legal requirements

_ Coordinate staff scheduling with approved teacher-child ratios (includes daily schedule, lunch breaks, and during holidays/sick days)

_ Plan and implement regular staff meetings

_ Consults, supports, and provides guidance to teaching staff in evaluating and revising the children's programming as required

_ Ensures appropriate professional development opportunities are made available to center staff, within center budget parameters and in accordance with identified training needs of staff at the center

· Manage and implement childcare curriculum that is reflective of BGA's Christian values and compliant with Provincial requirements

· Oversee and manage all elements of center enrollment, ensuring full capacity and smooth integration of new client-children into the center

_Markets the center to prospective client-parents through word of mouth and sharing the marketing materials made available

_ Provide facility tours

· Maintain accurate recordkeeping in terms of daycare records, client files, enrollment, payroll, and staffing

· Evaluate and notify the Director of requirements for daycare materials, equipment, and supplies every month

· Complete ongoing training and courses to remain up to date on daycare standards and procedures

· Send out weekly newsletters to keep parent updated on announcements and facility news

· Develop and maintain positive relationships and regular communication with parent-clients through the Parent Communications App and in-person interactions; facilitates or directly provides mediation and resolution to parent-program conflicts which arise

· Ensure policies and procedures are being followed by parent-clients, guiding them and addressing concerns as they arise

· Host special events (i.e., Open Houses, birthday parties, Winter concerts, etc.) at the center when necessary

· Performs other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Director board.

Qualifications:Have ECE certificate or Post Basic ECE

_Strong interest and appreciation in Christian-based childcare, school.

_Knowledge of biblical truth which is the Holy Bible in application and teaching

_Called to work with children and love for children

_Two or more years of experience in Early Childhood Education including administration, supervisory experience, and overseeing difference programs

_Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills

_Must be able to manage: infant/toddler & 30 months - school age program

_Familiar with the CCLR, JHSC, WCB and employment standard

_Positive experiences and excellence in customer service including establishing sincere, welcoming and meaningful engagement with parents, teachers, and children

_Have ability to work effectively as part of the leadership team

_Proven ability to lead professional development efforts and support educators within a teaching and learning environment that promotes lifelong learning and Reggio Emilia approach.

Benefits:- Competitive pay based on experience

- Excellent benefits package after probation period including intensive bonus, paid sick days, and extended health care (dental & vision)- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization

If you are passionate about providing quality childcare and making a positive impact on young lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $4,600.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site childcare
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person