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.

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.

• 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

• 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
• Able to lift and/or move between 10 pounds up to 30 pounds.
• Able to pass a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screening.

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