Assistant Childcare Manager (Temporary)

Assistant Childcare Manager (Temporary) 

The Assistant Childcare Manager (ACCM) supports the leadership, supervision, and operations of School District Operated Childcares under the guidance of the Childcare Manager (CCM). The ACCM focuses on three primary areas: Programming/Pedagogical Support, Licensing Compliance, and Operational Assistance. This role includes assisting in the implementation and management of School District Childcare programs, supporting program registration, and overseeing day-to-day operations in the CCM's absence. The ACCM contributes to the planning, development, and supervision of age-appropriate activities that foster the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of children in alignment with the district's philosophy, Licensing Regulations, and the Early Learning Framework

Assignment :  Temporary to August 6, 2027, maternity leave coverage

Hours:  Full time, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM  - 4:00 PM 

Salary : Range $68,061 - $85,077 with an excellent benefit and pension package

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Key responsibilities of an Assistant Childcare Manager include:

• Support the Childcare Manager (CCM) in overseeing district operated Before and After School Care (BASC) programs.
• Assist with the expansion and improvement of childcare programs, including participation in yearly reviews.
• Act as a programming lead, ensuring activities are developmentally appropriate and engaging for children. Engage staff and student in long term pedagogical projects.
• Collaborate with the Vancouver Island Health Authority regarding licensing applications, inspections, and compliance requirements.
• Provide support to School Principals, Clerical Staff, and Childcare Team staff (Childcare Educators (CCE), Education Assistant (EA), etc.).
• Step into the leadership role in the CCM's absence to ensure continuity in operations.
• Assist with the preparation and submission of funding reports, including Child Care Operating Funding (CCOF), Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI), Affordable Child Care Benefit (ACCB), and Early Childhood Educator Wage Enhancement (ECE-WE).
• Provide support and oversight of the SCD program with the Childcare Team
• Aid in staffing processes by working with the Dispatch Coordinator and Human Resources to address Childcare Educator shortages.
• Work with community early learning partners and regional organizations to enhance program offerings and standards.

Education and Experience

• Current, valid certificate with the BC Early Childhood Educator Registry
• Diploma in Early Childhood Education or a related field is an asset.
• Experience working with pedagogical narrations, and inquiry projects is an asset.
• Minimum of three years of experience in childcare or a related field, including work with children with special needs.
• Knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework and childcare licensing regulations.
• Experience in program planning and supervising staff is preferred.
• Familiarity with basic accounting and financial management for program budgets.
• Proficient in office software and familiarity with Esikidz software is an asset.
• Valid BC Driver's License
• First Aid certificate as required by Childcare Licensing.

Work, Live and Play in Nanaimo!

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools (NLPS) respectfully acknowledges that we operate within the traditional territories of the Snuneymuxw, Snaw Naw As   and Stz'uminus First Nations . For countless generations, these Coast Salish Peoples have stewarded these lands and waters, enriching them with their deep-rooted cultural heritage, traditional knowledge, and spiritual connections. The teachings and ways of being come directly from the land and through the hul'q'umi'num language. We recognize and honour the enduring presence and contributions of the Coast Salish Peoples to our shared community.

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable learning community where every individual thrives, guided by the values of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion (JEDI), and the Syeyutsus Reconciliation Framework. Our 2024–2028 Strategic Plan centers on three foundational goals: Student Success, Student & Employee Wellness, and Truth & Reconciliation

Nanaimo is centrally located on the east coast of Vancouver Island. We boast the best climate in Canada, are surrounded by some of the most beautiful wilderness in the world and enjoy excellent year-round recreational & cultural amenities. As a hub city, we have ready access to all of Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands and the Lower Mainland. Learn more about who we are and what we offer on our website at  www.sd68.bc.ca.

How to Apply

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Applications should include a detailed personal résumé, cover letter, and any relevant degrees, certificates or diplomas.  Please include two professional references with contact information and email address from direct supervisors or supervisors in a workplace setting. 

Please note:  Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools thanks all applicants for their interest in working with us, however, only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

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