Business Unit: Daycare
Location: Lax Kw’alaams, British Columbia
Reporting to: Education Manager

The Lax Kw’alaams Daycare has an exciting and immediate opening for a Full time Daycare Supervisor. As a key member of the team, this role is responsible for the overall operation and supervision of the Lax Kw’alaams Daycare, ensuring a safe, nurturing and culturally rich environment for children. This role involves developing and implementing programs that support early childhood development while reflecting the cultural values and traditions of the Lax Kw’alaams community.

Responsibilities

- Program Oversight: Ensuring the smooth delivery of the daycare program, including planning, developing and implementing activities
- Supervision: Provide day-to-day guidance, mentorship, and operational support to Daycare staff to ensure quality program delivery
- Communication: Communicating with parents and families, keeping them informed of their child’s progress
- Safety: Ensuring the daycare is a safe environment for children, including monitoring for safety and ensuring equipment is in good working order
- Documentation: Recording and reporting accidents and maintaining attendance records
- Policies and procedures: Update and train staff on policies and procedures and ensure compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act
- Community engagement: Using community resources and connecting with the community

Program Development and Delivery

- Design and implement age-appropriate early childhood education programs that foster children’s physical, cognitive, social and emotional development
- Collaborate with cultural leaders, Elders,



and other community members to incorporate traditional teachings, language, and activities into the curriculum
- Create a structured daily routine that includes play, learning, meal times, rest, and cultural enrichment activities
- Regularly assess the effectiveness of programs through parent feedback, child observation, and staff input, and make necessary adjustments
- Organise field trips and events that align with the Daycare’s educational goals and community values

Staff Support

- Assist with orientation of new employees
- Encourage and identify professional development opportunities, including cultural competency training and workshops
- Foster a respectful, supportive and collaborative working environment
- Assist with regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to help staff grow professionally
- Monitor compliance with policies, procedures, licensing requirements, and safety standards, and communicate concerns or operational issues to the Education Manager

Cultural Integrations

- Build and maintain positive relationships with Elders and knowledge keepers to guide the incorporation of Lax Kw’alaams cultural teachings into daily activities
- Incorporate traditional songs, stories, crafts and language lessons in the daycare curriculum
- Plan events to celebrate key cultural milestones,



such as seasonal changes, ceremonies, and other community celebrations
- Promote cultural awareness by encouraging participation from children, families, and staff in cultural learning opportunities and activities

Daycare Operations

- Collaborate with the Education Manager or Designate to ensure resources are allocated effectively
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of children’s attendance, incidents, and health and safety checks
- Communicate regularly with parents and families regarding their child’s participation, development, and daily activities
- Ensure the facility is clean, well-maintained, and equipped with the necessary resources for daily operations
- Establish clear policies and procedures for emergencies, health protocols, and daily operations, ensuring staff and parents are well-informed

Compliance and Reporting

- Stay up-to-date with provincial childcare regulations, ensuring the daycare remains fully licensed and compliant
- Develop and implement safety protocols to protect children and staff, including regular fire drills and first aid preparedness
- Prepare and submit monthly and annual reports to the Education Manager, highlighting program activities, achievements, challenges, and recommendations for continuous improvement

Public Relations and Communications

- Communicate Daycare policies, procedures, and program information to families and staff as directed
- Assist with newsletters, promotional materials, and community communications
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
- Perform other duties within the s

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