This job is no longer taking applications and is displayed only for reference.
To view current postings please conduct a new search.
Thank you.
About Hillcrest Early Learning Centre
Hillcrest Early Centre (HELC) is a licensed childcare facility located in Estevan, Saskatchewan. Sharing the grounds of Hillcrest School, HELC provides daily childcare for 55 children in the community, with a focus on early childhood education through play and exploration.
About the Position
The Administrative Director is responsible for all day-to-day operations of a safe and fun childcare centre. This includes leading and directing staff in providing excellent daily care for the children, meeting the Centres licensing requirements, and overseeing general administrative requirements.
The Administrative Director reports to HELCs Board of Directors.
Primary Responsibilities
Oversee the provision of a quality childcare service that fulfills the philosophy of the Centre
Ensure that the Centre operates in compliance with The Child Care Act and The Child Care Regulations.
Build and maintain effective relationships at HELC with parents and caregivers, community stakeholders, etc.
Recruit, develop, and retain qualified staff for the centre, encouraging continued professional development and growth.
Administer the policies and procedures applicable to staff and families.
Various other duties as required
Required Qualifications:
Early Childhood Educator Level III Diploma.
3-5 years experience in the childcare profession, with at least one year in a management or leadership role
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills and initiative
Creative problem-solving skills
Clean Criminal Record
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Children'S Ages
- 5 years
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- First Aid Certificate
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate
- Food Safe Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Diploma or Degree
- WHMIS Certificate
Early Childhood Education Skills
- Provide supervision and guidance of daily activities, field trips and special activities
- Prepare progress reports and discuss with parents and other staff members
- Assess the developmental level of children
- Knowledge of licensing regulations
Additional Skills
- Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
- Prepare budget
- Order supplies and equipment
- Maintain day care supplies and equipment
- Assist in maintaining records of children
Type Of Work
- Daycare management
Experience With Children Who Have Special Needs
- Children with a mental health disability
- Children with a physical disability
- Children with an intellectual disability
- Children with behavioural issues
Work Setting
- Child care centre
Ability to Supervise
- 5-10 people
Work Location Information
- Urban area
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Child abuse registry check
|
© 2024 SaskJobs. All rights reserved. Privacy Statement | Disclaimer | Copyright | Contact Us | Mobile Site | Site Map |
Email a Friend
Print This Job%20Hillcrest Early Learning Centre Director)
