Supervisor, Childcare

YMCA of Greater Vancouver; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive vacation

Paid sick time

Access to YMCA facilities

Extended medical & dental benefits

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Staff childcare discounts

Community impact

Job summary

YMCA BC is seeking a passionate Supervisor to oversee inclusive before- and after-school programs for children ages 5–12 across Lower Mainland locations. This role involves leading teams, coaching staff, and ensuring exceptional program delivery with compliance and quality standards.

You will travel between Vancouver, Burnaby and Richmond program sites, maintain licensing requirements, and foster strong family partnerships while contributing to a vibrant community service.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience leading or supporting teams in childcare, recreation, or community programs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with children, families and partners.
• Willingness to travel frequently between multiple program locations for coaching and oversight.
• Knowledge of childcare licensing requirements and program compliance is a plus.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and ability to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support multiple Before & After School programs fostering collaboration, accountability, inclusion and excellence.
• Provide leadership, coaching and performance management to team leaders and staff.
• Anticipate operational and staffing challenges and implement solutions for safe delivery of programs.
• Travel to program locations to provide on-site leadership, coaching and quality assurance across all programs.
• Ensure programs meet licensing requirements, organizational policies and quality standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Coaching

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Travel between sites

Education

ECE certificate considered an asset

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

7 days ago Requisition ID: 10601

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $62,500.00 Annually

Date Posted: August 12th, 2026

Position Title: S upervisor, Childcare

Location: Supporting Lower Mainland programs (Vancouver, Burnaby and Richmond)

Terms:Temporary, Full-Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Shifts: Monday - Friday, hours may vary during operational times

Salary: $60,000-$62,500 annually

Start Date: As soon as possible

End Date: January 19th, 2027

Reports To: Manager, School Age Programs

• Competitive vacation and paid sick time
• Access to YMCA BC fitness facilities at locations where we operate physical sites + Y@Home
• Eligibility for Extended Medical and Dental Benefits**
• Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Extensive Employee assistance program
• Reduced childcare rates and priority placement for YMCA Staff
• Be part of a charitable organization that positively impacts your community

**Some benefits may vary based on employment terms

Nature & Scope

Lead with Purpose! We are looking for a passionate and organized Supervisor to oversee our inclusive before- and after-school programs for children ages 5–12. As a leader in our Before & After School Care Programs, you'll play a key role in creating exceptional experiences for children, families, and staff. You'll inspire high-performing teams, foster meaningful community relationships, and ensure programs are delivered with excellence and care.

If you are a strong communicator with a passion for inclusion and leadership, we encourage you to apply!

Major Responsibilities – in this position, you will :

• Lead and support multiple Before & After School Care Programs fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, inclusion, and excellence.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to Team Leaders and staff, developing high-performing teams and supporting employee growth and success.
• Anticipate operational, staffing, and program challenges, proactively implementing solutions to ensure safe, effective, and uninterrupted service delivery.
• Regularly travel to and between multiple program locations to provide on‑site leadership, coaching, operational support, and quality assurance across all assigned programs.
• Work directly on the floor in ratio as required to maintain licensing requirements, ensure quality program delivery, and support program operations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, school administrators, licensing officers, community partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure all programs consistently meet or exceed provincial licensing requirements, organizational policies, quality standards, and best practices.
• Oversee program operations, staffing, and budgets, driving financial sustainability through effective planning, resource allocation, and sound decision‑making.
• Lead organizational initiatives and special projects, supporting strategic priorities, fundraising efforts, healthy child development outcomes, and community engagement activities.
• Collaborate as an active member of the leadership team, contributing to organizational strategy, continuous improvement, and the achievement of the organization's mission and goals.
• Travel to various YMCA BC locations as required to participate in team meetings, training sessions, professional development opportunities, and other organizational events.
• Facilitate and deliver onboarding, required training and professional development sessions for frontline staff, ensuring employees have the knowledge, skills and resources to provide high‑quality programs and services

Qualification – you bring :

• Bring at least 1 year of experience leading or supporting teams, ideally in childcare, recreation, or community-based programs
• Early Childhood Education (ECE) certificate considered an asset.
• Enjoy coaching and developing others, and are passionate about helping teams succeed
• Have a strong understanding of (or willingness to learn) childcare licensing requirements and program compliance
• Are organized, adaptable, and able to effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Communicate confidently and build positive relationships with children, families and community partners
• Are committed to creating inclusive, welcoming environments where every child feels they belong
• Take initiative, demonstrate strong problem‑solving skills and approach challenges with a positive mindset
• Demonstrate strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn new software.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently between multiple program locations to provide coaching, oversight, operational support and leadership presence.
• Comfortable providing direct program support and stepping into staff‑to‑child ratios when operational needs require hands‑on involvement in program delivery.
• Must be at least 19 years of age.
• Emergency First Aid & CPR certification (or willingness to obtain within 30 days of hire is required).
• Completion of 20 hours of training in Child Development, Child Guidance, and/or Nutrition is required; YMCA BC offers complimentary training to support this requirement
• Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
• Successful candidates will be required to provide or obtain, prior to starting a current and satisfactory Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search.

About YMCA BC:

By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.

As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.

We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.

YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at ymcabc.ca

YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour , Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.

Thank you for your interest and application.