Wildflowers Childcare Jasper AB Assistant Manager Out of School care

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier childcare organization in Jasper, AB, is looking for an Assistant Manager for their Out of School Care program. Responsibilities include planning, supervising activities, and supporting educators in creating a safe, engaging environment. The ideal candidate has leadership experience, relevant certifications, and a passion for working with children. This full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, with an expected start date of March 1, 2025.

Benefits

Employee assistance program

On-site parking

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old to supervise children.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities are essential.
• Understanding of Alberta's child care curriculum is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and supervising of Out of School Care activities.
• Support early childhood educators and assist in program development.
• Ensure safety and welfare of children and maintain clean equipment.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Excellent interpersonal skills

Knowledge of child development

Ability to relate well to children

Compassion and humor

Education

Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Educator Level 3 certification

Valid CPR & Childcare or Standard First Aid

Job description

Wildflowers Childcare Jasper AB Assistant Manager Out of School care

Overview

The primary function of this position is to create, prepare and deliver developmentally appropriate, interesting and imaginative activities for the children attending our program. The successful candidate will be able to meet the needs of each individual as well as the needs of the group in their daily practice. It is essential for the individual to have excellent interpersonal skills and work effectively within a dynamic, innovative team environment. Experience and/or training working with children with diverse needs is an asset. In addition, this individual will spend a lot of time outside and fulfill some light housekeeping duties. APPLICANT MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE AT LEAST IN ORDER TO SUPERVISE CHILDREN BY THEMSELVES AS PER PROVINICAL LICENSING RULES

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, implementing, and supervising of Out of School Care activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of children in the program in accordance with all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Support early childhood educators in their daily activities, assist with developing programs and activities for children, and promote a welcoming and positive environment.
• Assist the Childcare Services Manager with the hiring and orientation process, employee performance reviews, and with the day-to-day operations of the programs.
• Build positive and respectful relationships with children and parents, and ensure that equipment and facilities are clean, safe, and well maintained.
• Ensure safety and welfare of each child, educators and visitors to the program. Coordinate staff scheduling.
• Maintain close communication with fellow educators on the development and progress of each child, offering support and guidance if needed.
• Supervise, support and mentor all educators, practicum students and administrative staff.
• Participate in the hiring and orientation of new educators.
• Promote and maintain harmonious relationships between childcare staff.
• Encourage participation of all staff in problem solving independently.
• Participate in room planning sessions to ensure well-coordinated and effective service delivery.
• Deliver feedback and input to the manager for annual employee growth plans.
• Prepare monthly newsletters and correspondence with families.
• Organize, attend and participate in all staff meetings and team meetings.
• Maintain provincial standards and regulations and keep up to date with current child care philosophy.
• Initiate, establish and maintain a continuing positive and supportive relationship with families.
• Perform parent orientations for new to Out of School Care families.
• Explain the operation and functions of the childcare programs to parents, other educators and the community.

Start Date & Term

Start date: as soon as possible. End date: March 31, 2026.

Employment Details

• Job types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
• Contract length: 22 months
• Pay: $30.82–$33.56 per hour
• Additional pay: Overtime pay
• Benefits: Employee assistance program; On-site parking; Paid time off
• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Location: In person, Jasper, AB
• Application deadline: 2024-12-30
• Expected start date: 2025-03-01
• Age requirement: Applicant must be 18 years of age or older to supervise children alone per provincial licensing rules
• Pay basis: The rate of pay will be based on the successful candidates’ level of certification.

Qualifications & Experience

• Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Educator Level 3 or higher certification (Level 2 acceptable if working toward Level 3).
• Valid CPR & Childcare or Standard First Aid.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Favourable Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check.
• Understanding of Flight, Alberta’s ELCC curriculum framework is an asset.
• Favourable Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Program planning and implementation.
• Excellent oral and written skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Sound knowledge of child development.
• Ability to work in a confidential environment.
• Excellent team player.
• Ability to relate well to children, parents, colleagues, and community.
• Compassion and humor.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise children.
• Education: Secondary School (preferred).

We recognize the value that comes from different viewpoints, unique experiences, and diverse perspectives of our employees, who bring fresh new ideas to our organization.