Assistant Director - Childcare Operations

Early Learning Childcare Center and OSC Devon
Location: Devon, Alberta
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Work Arrangement: On-site

About the Position

We are a growing childcare and out-of-school care centre seeking an experienced, organized and dependable Assistant Director to oversee daily operations and support our continued growth.

Working closely with the existing Program Director and management team, you will take ownership of day-to-day operations, support staff, maintain regulatory compliance, build positive relationships with families and ensure the centre runs safely and efficiently.

This role is ideal for a proactive leader who takes initiative, makes sound decisions and can manage routine operational matters independently after training. We are looking for someone who leads by example, follows through on commitments and takes pride in running a well-organized childcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Daily operations: Coordinate daily activities, classroom coverage, staffing schedules, breaks and resource allocation to maintain smooth operations.
- Staff leadership: Support staff onboarding, supervision, attendance, training, performance and accountability in accordance with centre policies.
- Child safety and compliance: Maintain appropriate supervision, attendance records, child release procedures, health and safety practices, and compliance with applicable Alberta childcare licensing requirements as well as center policies.
- Transportation coordination: Organize school pick-ups and drop-offs, coordinate transportation staff and schedules, and ensure established safety procedures are followed.
- Parent relations: Handle routine parent inquiries and concerns professionally, maintain positive family relationships and escalate significant matters appropriately.
- Enrolment and retention: Support tours, registration follow-ups, family communication and initiatives that strengthen enrolment and child retention.




- Program quality: Monitor classroom routines, learning environments, supplies and the quality and consistency of care.
- Administration: Maintain accurate operational records, communicate staffing or facility needs and promptly report significant incidents or compliance concerns.
- Operational accountability: Identify problems early, implement practical solutions within delegated authority and provide management with concise, regular updates.
- Continuous improvement: Help improve operational efficiency, staff coordination, family satisfaction and the overall performance of the centre.

Qualifications and Experience

Required

- Valid Alberta Early Childhood Educator (ECE) certification appropriate to the duties assigned.
- Demonstrated leadership experience.
- Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced setting.
- Ability to lead staff, resolve routine issues independently and exercise sound judgment.
- Professional communication skills when dealing with families, employees and management.
- Legal entitlement to work in Canada.
- Ability to work on-site in Devon, Alberta.

Preferred

- Level 3 Alberta ECE certification.
- Previous experience as an Assistant Director, childcare supervisor, team lead or in a comparable operational leadership role.
- Experience with staffing coordination, licensing compliance, parent relations, enrolment management and transportation operations.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will help create a centre where:





- Daily operations run smoothly and staffing issues are addressed promptly.
- Children are safe, appropriately supervised and well cared for.
- Staff understand their responsibilities and follow centre policies.
- Parents receive professional, timely communication.
- Registration and retention receive consistent attention.
- Routine operational issues are resolved efficiently, with significant matters escalated appropriately.
- Management receives reliable updates and can focus on broader business priorities and growth.

The Assistant Director will work under the existing Program Director and management team, with clearly defined responsibilities and delegated authority. The position is intended to strengthen day-to-day leadership and provide dependable operational support.

Employment Requirements

Employment is conditional upon satisfactory verification of qualifications and references , Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, a Child Intervention Record Check, and valid First Aid and CPR certification. All applicable childcare licensing and pre-employment requirements must be met.

Assigned duties and supervisory responsibilities will be consistent with applicable Alberta childcare licensing requirements.

Before Applying

This is a full-time, on-site position in Devon, Alberta. Please confirm the location and your ability to work on-site before submitting your application.

Please submit your resume outlining your current Alberta ECE certification level, childcare leadership experience and relevant operational responsibilities.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Pay: $19.00-$24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Devon, AB T9G 1G2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Director - Childcare Operations (Devon)
🏢 Early Learning Childcare Center and OSC Devon
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