Manager, Children's Centre

Capilano University; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Manager for its Children's Centre. This role involves overseeing all operations of the Centre, ensuring a high-quality, inclusive early learning environment for children and their families. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills while fostering collaborative partnerships with educators and community stakeholders. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position is pivotal in shaping the experiences of young children and their families. If you are dedicated to early childhood education and want to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Performance-Based Pay Opportunities

Career Progression Support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education required.
• 6+ years in childcare with supervisory experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of the Children's Centre ensuring quality care.
• Collaborate with educators and families to create inclusive environments.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Early Childhood Education

Supervisory Experience

Ethical Practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Education Diploma

Tools

First Aid Certification

Driver's License (Class 5)

Job description

Manager, Children's Centre

Capilano University is named after Chief Joe Capilano, an important leader of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses are located on the territories of the LíỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shíshálh (Sechelt), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

At CapU we are committed to supporting a campus community that is both diverse and inclusive. We believe that diversity within our workforce is essential in creating both an exceptional student and employee experience. As part of this ongoing commitment, we strive to ensure that our recruitment campaigns are proudly reflective of the community we serve. We actively seek applications from Indigenous peoples, the 2SLGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities as well as members of groups that experience discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, place of origin, ancestry, and religion as we acknowledge the value each individual brings to the CapU community through their lived experiences.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Should you require accommodations during the hiring process please reach out to [e-mail] (faculty), or [e-mail] (Ad/Ex and Staff).

Posting Details

Posting Summary Competition Number S181298P

Position Title Manager, Children's Centre

Position Number TBD

Employee Group Administrator

Position Status Regular Full-Time

Start Date

End Date (if applicable)

Department Children's Centre

Location North Vancouver

What you’ll do

Under the general direction of the Director, Children’s Centre(s) the Manager of Children’s Centre plans, organizes and manages all aspects of the Children’s Centre’s operations and is responsible for ensuring that the Children’s Centre provides quality, inclusive early care and learning for children five years and under and their families. The Manager ensures that the Centre develops and maintains a positive and dynamic learning environment for children, their families, Centre staff members and for University students while operating in compliance with legislation and regulations.

The Children’s Centre(s) works in partnership with the Centre for Childhood Studies acting as an academic, living laboratory where educators, students, faculty, children, and families are in collaborative, generative and reciprocal partnerships that inform curriculum and course development. The Manager works collaboratively with other incumbents, educators, the pedagogist and atelierista and with the Centre for Childhood Studies, to create a nurturing, inclusive and rich early learning environment for young children.

The Manager demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills along with sound ethical and professional practices, which reflect the ECEBC Code of Ethics and the BC Early Learning Framework. ECEs and the Children’s Centre(s) stand as allies with the BC Aboriginal Childcare Society, working in all ways to honour the Indigenous Early Learning and Care Framework in daily practice.

The Manager, supported by the Director, Children’s Centre(s) contributes to the vision, mission and strategic directions of the Children’s Centre ensuring that they align with and support the university’s academic, strategic, indigenous, diversity, sustainability, and other applicable plans.

What you’ll bring

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a combination of an Early Childhood Education Diploma and Bachelor’s degree in a related area.
• A minimum six years work experience in a childcare environment with a minimum of two years of supervisory and administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Must have or be eligible for a licence to practise as an Early Childhood Educator in the province of BC.
• Must meet Child Care Licensing Regulation requirements (as of January 2011, this includes a criminal record check, a statement signed by a medical practitioner indicating that the person is physically and psychologically capable of working with children and carrying out assigned duties in a community care facility and evidence that the person has complied with the Province’s immunization and tuberculosis control program) and provide all necessary documentation required by legislation.
• Must have and maintain a valid safety oriented first-aid certificate.
• A valid class 5 British Columbia driver’s license is an asset.

Benefits

At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life.

The typical salary range for this role falls between $85,711 – $114,281 per annum, commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity, with future opportunities for performance-based pay and career progression.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Transcripts
• First Aid Certificate
• Certification 1