The YMCA of Saskatoon is seeking a strong childcare leader to provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of our licensed childcare centre at the Aspen Ridge location. This is a full-time term position providing maternity leave coverage and is not a permanent position. Reporting to the Childcare Director, the Aspen Ridge Childcare Centre Manager is responsible for leading centre operations, supporting staff, maintaining licensing and safety standards, and ensuring children receive high-quality, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate care.

This role works closely with educators, families, and YMCA leadership to create a safe, welcoming, and well-organized childcare environment.

The Centre

Manager also plays an important role in coaching staff, maintaining operational consistency, supporting enrolment and staffing needs, and ensuring the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum is effectively implemented. The successful candidate will bring strong people leadership skills, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to quality early learning and childcare. Leadership & Program Quality Provide day-to-day leadership and direction for the Aspen Ridge childcare centre.

Oversee daily centre operations and ensure children are provided with a safe, inclusive, welcoming, and engaging environment. Lead, coach, and support educators in delivering high-quality programming. Support the implementation of the YMCA Playing to Learn curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices.

Conduct regular program observations and provide coaching and feedback to strengthen curriculum delivery and child engagement. Recruit, onboard, schedule, supervise, and support childcare employees in collaboration with the Childcare Director and Human Resources. Ensure appropriate staffing levels and child-to-staff ratios are maintained.

Lead regular staff meetings, performance discussions, and employee development planning.



Ensure YMCA human resource and childcare policies and procedures are applied consistently. Ensure the centre operates in accordance with Saskatchewan childcare legislation and licensing requirements, public health requirements, YMCA policies, and established quality standards.

Monitor indoor and outdoor environments to ensure they remain safe and appropriate for children, employees, and families. Support the Childcare Director during licensing inspections, visits, and required follow-up. Family & Community Relationships Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families.

Encourage family participation and help foster a strong sense of belonging within the centre. Represent the YMCA positively within the community. Support relationships and partnerships that contribute to strong childcare experiences for children and families.

Support enrolment, attendance, waitlist management, and occupancy planning. Monitor supplies, inventory, equipment, and facility needs. Support budgeting, expense monitoring, and responsible use of centre resources.

Participate in YMCA meetings, organizational initiatives, training, and professional development as required. We are looking for a leader who combines strong childcare knowledge with the ability to support employees, families, and the day-to-day operational needs of a busy licensed childcare centre.

Early Childhood Educator

Level III Certification. A minimum of three years of progressive experience in a licensed childcare setting, including supervisory or leadership responsibilities.



Strong knowledge of Saskatchewan childcare legislation, licensing requirements, and developmentally appropriate practice.

Completion of the YMCA Playing to Learn Championship Program considered an asset. Strong leadership, coaching, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy childcare environment.

Comfortable using computers and administrative systems.

Clear Criminal Record

Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search. Builds positive working relationships and encourages open communication across the childcare team. Planning & Organization Relationship Building Creates strong and respectful relationships with children, families, employees, and community partners.

Looks for opportunities to strengthen the childcare experience for children and families. Full-time, term position providing maternity leave coverage , based at the YMCA Child Development Centre – Aspen Ridge. This position is temporary and is expected to continue for the duration of the maternity leave coverage period.

Work is primarily Monday to Friday, with scheduling flexibility required to meet centre operational needs. Occasional early morning, evening, or weekend work may be required.

The Centre

Manager may be required to work in child-to-staff ratio when necessary to maintain safe staffing coverage. Active participation in YMCA meetings, organizational initiatives, training, and professional development is expected. At the YMCA of Saskatoon, our childcare programs provide children with safe, inclusive, and engaging environments where they can learn, grow, and thrive.

As the Aspen Ridge Childcare Centre Manager, you will have the prospect to lead a dedicated childcare team, support strong relationships with families, and help create a high-quality early learning workplace for children in our community. #

📌 Childcare Centre Manager - Aspen Ridge (Maternity Leave Coverage) (Saskatoon)
🏢 YMCA
📍 Saskatoon