Daycare Centre Manager - Hands-On Leadership

Early Childhood Educators of BC; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits (potential)

Job summary

Evergreen Early learning Group in Kerrisdale, Vancouver, is seeking an experienced Daycare Centre Manager who actively leads a small team while engaging with children in the classroom. This full-time, permanent role combines administrative leadership with hands-on teaching to support daily operations and program quality.

The successful candidate will oversee licensing compliance, staffing, enrolment, and family communication, while maintaining a nurturing, inclusive environment for up to 42

Qualifications

• Valid BC ECE certificate is required.
• Supervisory/management experience in a licensed childcare setting is required.
• Strong knowledge of BC Child Care Licensing Regulation is required.
• Valid first aid and CPR (Schedule C) certification is required.
• Ability to pass a criminal records check as per the act is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with BC licensing regulation.
• Provide classroom coverage and participate with children when needed.
• Prepare staff schedules and coordinate coverage for absences.
• Lead and mentor a small team of educators.
• Guide program planning in line with BC Early Learning Framework.
• Build positive relationships with families and communities.
• Manage enrolment, attendance, staff files and licensing docs.
• Prepare for and participate in licensing inspections.
• Support staff in incident response and safety concerns.
• Maintain a safe, organized, inclusive environment and communicate staffing needs to the owner.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

BC ECE Certificate

Tools

First aid & CPR (Schedule C)

BC Licensing Regulation knowledge

Job description

Evergreen Early learning Group in Kerrisdale, Vancouver, is seeking an experienced Daycare Centre Manager who actively leads a small team while engaging with children in the classroom. This full-time, permanent role combines administrative leadership with hands-on teaching to support daily operations and program quality.

The successful candidate will oversee licensing compliance, staffing, enrolment, and family communication, while maintaining a nurturing, inclusive environment for up to 42