assistant director

Your tasks

• Direct supervision of program and program educators including assisting and collaborating with Centre Director for hiring, coaching, training, providing direct feedback, role modeling, fostering professional growth, and conducting annual performance reviews for staff.
• Maintain accurate attendance list, collecting signatures and submitting forms.
• Arranging the daily break and cleaning schedules and contacting casual staff as required for the weekly schedule.
• Support in maintaining files, ordering supplies as needed in an organized and efficient manner.
• Assume responsibilities as outlined as an Early Childhood Educator during floor time.
• Serve as a mentor to other educators demonstrating expertise in programming and Play and Exploration.
• Make observations and record documentation about children and staff to promote growth, support development and offer suggestions for overall improvements to the Centre.
• Support educators in creating responsive environments.
• Communicate professionally, effectively and respectfully with children, colleagues and family members.
• Maintain professional ongoing communication with families and while informing them of any unusual incidents.
• Submit any incident report to Senior Direct

Requirements

• ECE Level 3 or Equivalent
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Criminal record check with vulnerable sector
• 2 -3 years experience in similar position in a licensed childcare setting

What we offer

Full competition details including YWCA employment benefits: https://ywcaregina.com/careers/

Other

Hours of Work: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday Under the general supervision of the Child Care Director, the Assistant Director is responsible for handling assigned administration duties as well as the implementation of Play and Exploration within the childrens programming. The Assistant Director must adhere to all the policies and regulations set out in the Parent Handbook and Child Care Staff Manual.