Wonderworld Montessori Academy – Metrotown, Burnaby, BC

Full time Center Manager Position

Company Overview

Wonderworld Montessori Academy – Metrotown offers an authentic Montessori program rooted in the principles established by Maria Montessori. Our Metrotown location is a group childcare centre with 10 classrooms, serving a diverse community of children and families.

We are seeking a highly organized, confident, and experienced Centre Manager who can provide strong leadership and oversee the daily operations of a large childcare centre.

Position Overview

This position requires a strong leader who is comfortable managing a large staff team, coordinating multiple classrooms, communicating professionally with families, and handling the fast-paced operational demands of a busy childcare environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the centre runs smoothly each day, with particular focus on staffing, scheduling, enrolment, daily operations, parent communication, school events, licensing compliance, and team leadership.

Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to remain calm and professional during challenging or unexpected situations are essential.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee the daily operations of 10 classrooms
- Lead, supervise, and support a large team of educators and support staff
- Prepare and manage staff schedules, classroom coverage, absences, and staffing adjustments
- Ensure appropriate staff-to-child ratios and smooth daily classroom operations
- Manage enrolment, admissions, classroom placements, and child transitions
- Communicate regularly and professionally with parents and families
- Respond to parent concerns, staff issues, incidents, and other sensitive situations in a calm and effective manner
- Coordinate school events, special activities, and centre-wide programs
- Support staff recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management
- Maintain accurate records and oversee required administrative processes
- Ensure compliance with childcare licensing regulations,



health and safety requirements, and centre policies
- Work closely with senior management and the operations team on staffing, enrolment, and centre priorities
- Maintain a professional, organized, respectful, and accountable workplace culture

Qualifications and Experience

- Valid BC Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate
- Previous childcare management, supervisory, or senior leadership experience
- Demonstrated experience leading a large staff team
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Strong staff scheduling and operational management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills when working with parents, families, and staff
- Ability to manage conflict, complaints, emergencies, and crisis situations professionally
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a busy environment
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Knowledge of BC childcare licensing requirements
- Montessori experience or training is an asset
- Infant/Toddler and Special Needs certification are assets

What We Are Looking For We are looking for someone who is:

- A confident and dependable leader
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Comfortable making decisions and taking responsibility
- Able to lead and coordinate a large team
- Professional and confident when communicating with families
- Calm and solution-focused under pressure
- Able to manage multiple priorities without losing sight of daily operational needs

Compensation & Benefits Annual salary: $72,000–$75,000, plus annual bonus

7% vacation pay

Group benefits

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line: “Centre Manager Position”

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join Wonderworld Montessori Academy – Metrotown and take a key leadership role in supporting the successful operation of our growing Montessori community.

Pay: $72,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Childcare Centre Manager (Burnaby)
🏢 Wonderworld Montessori Academy- Metrotown
📍 Burnaby