Kepler Academy is looking for an Assistant Director at our College Plaza location.
Why should you be a part of Kepler Academy?

We areEdmonton and area's largest childcare provider

Our sizeand multiple locations allow our employees to realize unmatched careerpotential including management and support roles

You willbe part of a rapid growing, premier childcare facility

Employeeshave access to our commitment to professional development

You will become part of the change towards modern childcare including Exploratory Education™ , STEM, discovery, and child-led approach learning

KeplerAcademy has a vast team dedicated to supporting our employees and child’s needsincluding a Registered Dietician, Fitness Teacher, Operations Director, AreaDirectors, Client Experience, Marketing, and Human Resources
In addition, at Kepler Academyyou have an opportunity to be a part of an organization that puts people first,supports growth, offers health & wellness initiatives, strives for apositive workplace culture, and a competitive full compensation package.
Our strong commitment to asupportive workplace will ensure success for you when working at our KeplerAcademy Centres as well as ensuring recognition of our team members and a funworkplace! If you want to start your career at Kepler Academy, we are excitedto hear from you!

What else is in it for You?

Paidsick and wellness days

Paidvacation days and additional stat holidays

GroupBenefit plan including health, dental, and life insurance

Employeeperks and discounts with local partnerships

Paideducation and internal growth opportunities

Employeediscounted childcare at Kepler Academy up to 40%

What do we need from you?
Assistant Directors will promote excellence inthe delivery of Kepler Academy’s core foundation.



You will promote and providea positive work environment, relevant feedback, communication to employees andfamilies, proper nutrition, and plan daily activities.

Working with the Centre Director, you willoverall be accountable for the management of daily operations, overseeing andleading the work of all staff at the childcare center and business results forthe centre and operate in a professional manner and ensure quality standardsare being met.

What will you do?

Managethe overall operational, budgetary, and financial responsibilities andactivities of the centre such as marketing and people management

Operatein a professional manner and ensure Kepler standards are being met andcompliance is always maintained

Provideoversight and direction to the employees in the centre

Coach,mentor, and develop staff, including new employee onboarding and providingcareer development planning and opportunities

Consciouslycreate a workplace culture that is consistent with the overallorganization's and that emphasizes the identified mission, vision, guidingprinciples, and values of the organization

Provideeffective performance feedback

Maintainemployee work schedules

Ensurestrong relationships developed with families with regular ongoingcommunication

Bepart of the community to build strong partnerships

Maintaintransparent communication

You will possess the following:





Demonstratedability to lead, coach and develop a department and department staff members

Provenleadership in promoting a positive workforce setting

Strongwork ethic

Excellentorganization and time management skills

Excellentwritten and spoken communication skills

Computerliteracy: strong skills in Microsoft Office and ability to learn othersystems

Solidknowledge & understanding of the Provincial Child Care Regulations

Businessknowledge of basic economics, budgeting, accounting principles andpractices is necessary

Required qualifications to work at KeplerAcademy:

Aminimum of 3 years Early Childhood experience in the Childcare industry

Aminimum of one (1) year in a management role is an asset but not required

Postsecondary education in a business-related field, or experience withfinances and budgeting would be an asset

ChildDevelopment Supervisor Certificate (two-year Diploma in Early ChildhoodDevelopment or equivalent education from a college approved in line withChild Care Regulations)

StandardFirst Aid certificate

Currentcriminal record check, including vulnerable sector search

Do you not meet the minimum requirements? Westill want to hear from you! We are always excited to hear from individualsexcited to be part of the childcare industry.

Kepler Academy welcomes people from allbackgrounds and walks of life, which is reflected in our largely diversecommunity of Kepler Academy employees. Kepler Academy is proud to be an equalopportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for allemployees and applicants.

Join our extraordinary team today and be partof a Top Choice Childcare organization!
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