Childcare Assistant Director- Edmonton South

at  Kepler Academy Inc

Kepler Academy is looking for an Assistant Director at our New Summerside, Edmonton South location.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS TO WORK AT KEPLER ACADEMY:

• A minimum of 3 years Early Childhood experience in the Childcare industry
• A minimum of one (1) year in a management role is an asset but not required
• Post secondary education in a business-related field, or experience with finances and budgeting would be an asset
• Child Development Supervisor Certificate (two-year Diploma in Early Childhood Development or equivalent education from a college approved in line with Child Care Regulations)
• Standard First Aid certificate
• Current criminal record check, including vulnerable sector search
  Do you not meet the minimum requirements? We still want to hear from you! We are always excited to hear from individuals excited to be part of the childcare industry.
  Kepler Academy welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life, which is reflected in our largely diverse community of Kepler Academy employees. Kepler Academy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.

• Manage the overall operational, budgetary, and financial responsibilities and activities of the centre such as marketing and people management
• Operate in a professional manner and ensure Kepler standards are being met and compliance is always maintained
• Provide oversight and direction to the employees in the centre
• Coach, mentor, and develop staff, including new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities
• Consciously create a workplace culture that is consistent with the overall organization’s and that emphasizes the identified mission, vision, guiding principles, and values of the organization
• Provide effective performance feedback
• Maintain employee work schedules
• Ensure strong relationships developed with families with regular ongoing communication
• Be part of the community to build strong partnerships
• Maintain transparent communication