Child Care Assistant Centre Director- West Henday, AB

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Professional development support

RRSP with company match

Sick leave

Holidays and personal days

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Job summary

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care in Edmonton is seeking a dedicated full-time Centre Operations Assistant to support daily operations and maintain high standards of care.

You will help with recruitment, staff development, policy implementation, and compliance with provincial licensing; coordinate payroll and communications; liaise with parents and guardians.

Qualifications

• Experience with provincial licensing and accreditation requirements.
• Needs Canadian ECE credentials and provincial eligibility.
• CPR/First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Centre Director with operations, recruitment, staff development, policy implementation, and compliance with regulations.
• Ensure staff understand classroom objectives and expectations.
• Manage administrative functions including payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and communications.
• Interpret and enforce provincial regulations applicable to the centre building and operations.
• Implement and ensure completion of mandatory staff training.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding child care.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensing & accreditation knowledge

Provincial childcare requirements

CPR/First Aid Certification

Education

ECE Level 3

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids, part of the Busy Bees global childcare community. We offer competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount, and support professional development to help you grow.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Centre Director with overall centre operations, including recruitment, staff development, policy implementation, and compliance with child safety, environmental health, hygiene, and provincial licensing requirements.
• Ensure staff understand classroom objectives and expectations.
• Manage administrative functions such as payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and general communications.
• Interpret and enforce all provincial regulations applicable to the building.
• Implement and ensure completion of mandatory training for all staff.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding their child’s care.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 40% childcare discount for full‑time employees and 10% for part‑time.
• Opportunities for professional development and long‑term career growth.
• Full‑time employees eligible for an RRSP retirement plan with company match.
• Six days of sick leave per calendar year for all staff.
• Twelve paid holidays and ten personal days off for full‑time staff.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for full‑time employees.

Requirements

• Early Childhood Education (CWS) – Level 3 certificate.
• Demonstrated knowledge of licensing and accreditation regulations.
• Must meet provincial requirements for childcare employment.
• Up‑to‑date immunization and health assessment as per local Ministry of Health requirements.
• CPR/First Aid Certificate.