Job Details
Stz’uminus Education Society
We provide learning opportunities for all ages, from infancy through to elder years, through our dynamic and integrated programs: Nutsuumat Lelum, Stz’uminus Primary School, Stz’uminus Community School, Post-Secondary & Continuing Education, Land-based Learning, Year 13/adults, Career Planning and job readiness.
Position summary
SES is looking for an Early Learning Manager. This position will support staff, children and the community through planning and developing age-appropriate programs to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional develop according to Nutsumaat Lelum’s program statement and philosophy.
The position
· Implement the NML strategic plan, ensuring alignment with SES’s goals and values.
· Foster a trauma-informed, supportive learning environment that meets a child’s academic and emotional needs.
· Lead the implementation of the Early Learning Framework and Action Plan
· Ensure efficient operations of the site, managing daily activities and resources to support an optimal learning environment.
· Responsible for compliance with Child Care Licensing Regulations in BC
· Ensure that center facilities and programming are safe for children and respect the rights of all children.
· Manage and oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of childcare centers, including helping to cover staff absences.
· Coordinates the support services for children with Special Needs, this includes discussion with parents, referrals to support services, follow-up and ongoing support.
· Ensure programs follow the Coast Salish Cultural calendar and are inclusive of the Hulquminum language
· Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with early learning community groups, support agencies, licensing bodies and organizations
· Consults with other agencies, professionals, community support services and Early Intervention Services as required
· Responsible for performance management, training and professional development to staff members as required
· Address work related issues and concerns of NML staff
· Build and maintain strong relationships with families, Elders, and community members, encouraging them to be active participants in the school community.
· Work with community early learning partners in collaboration with Education Director
· Completing or assisting in the completion of funding applications upon request
· Prepares and submit quarterly reports on the development of Childcare for appropriate funding agencies
· Conducts regular staff meetings
· Coordinate and implement emergency plan for facility, children and staff
· Additional tasks assigned by Education Director or designate
What you bring
· Degree/Diploma in Early Childhood Education would be preferred
· Current registration with the BC Early Childhood Educators if ECE qualified
· Minimum five years of experience in childcare or a related field, including knowledge of techniques for typically developing children as well as children with special needs.
· Experience in a K-12 Educational setting would be an asset.
· Demonstrated understanding of the BC Early Years Framework and childcare licensing regulations
· Experience managing childcare centers would be an asset.
· Experience in leading and supervising staff
· Demonstrated superior organizational, management, leadership, communication and human relations skills
· Working knowledge of office procedures and standard office equipment including personal computers and office software.
· Ability to understand basic accounting and financial functions to manage budgets
· Valid First Aid certificate as required by Childcare Licensing
To explore how we might work together,
we invite
you to send in your application and cover letter via careers@stzuminus.com
Deadline of application is May 15, 2025 (only that shortlisted will be contacted for an interview)