Child Care Centre Manager | Sun Peaks Early Learning Centre

Early Learning Society of Kamloops (ELSoK) | Sun Peaks, BC

Lead, Learn & Live in the Mountains!

Imagine building a rewarding career in early childhood education while living in one of British Columbia's most beautiful mountain communities.

The Sun Peaks Early Learning Centre, a division of the Early Learning Society of Kamloops (ELSoK), is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and dedicated Centre Manager to lead our 52-space licensed childcare facility.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Early Childhood Educator who is passionate about quality early learning and ready to take on a leadership role. You will lead a committed team of educators, support children and families, and oversee the day-to-day operations of a growing Centre.

Working closely with the Executive Director, you will help create an environment where children thrive, educators feel supported, and families feel connected to their childcare community.

About the Role

As Centre Manager, you will provide both educational and operational leadership, ensuring the Centre delivers high-quality early learning and operates effectively and in accordance with provincial licensing requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

Educational Leadership

- Guide and mentor educators in delivering enriched, play-based and emergent curriculum experiences.
- Support programming that reflects the BC Early Learning Framework and ELSoK's commitment to inclusive, engaging and responsive early learning.
- Encourage reflective practice, learning documentation and ongoing skilled growth.
- Support individualized care plans and ensure children's individual needs are understood and respected.

Team Leadership & Development

- Provide day-to-day supervision, coaching and support to educators and staff.
- Participate in recruitment, onboarding, staff scheduling, performance evaluations and professional development.
- Foster a positive, respectful and collaborative workplace culture.
- Address staff concerns and workplace challenges with professionalism and sound judgement.

Centre Operations & Administration

- Oversee daily Centre operations, including staffing, scheduling, classroom coverage and administrative functions.
- Manage enrolment, waitlists, family orientation and ongoing family communication.
- Maintain accurate attendance,



registration, staff and children's records.
- Work collaboratively with the Executive Director on operational planning, policies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Families & Community Engagement

- Build welcoming and supportive relationships with children, families and the broader Sun Peaks community.
- Assist families with accessing available childcare subsidies and resources.
- Develop relationships with local organizations and community partners to enrich children's experiences.

Licensing, Health & Safety

- Ensure compliance with the BC Community Care and Assisted Living Act, Child Care Licensing Regulation and applicable Interior Health requirements.
- Maintain appropriate licensing documentation, incident reporting and regulatory records.
- Support health and safety practices, emergency preparedness and licensing inspections.

What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is approachable, organized and confident in their leadership abilities. You enjoy working with people, can balance competing priorities and understand that a successful childcare centre depends on both strong educational programming and effective operations.

Qualifications & Experience

- Valid BC Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate.
- Minimum five years of experience in early childhood education or licensed childcare (preferred).
- Previous supervisory, leadership or staff mentorship experience.
- Strong understanding of BC childcare licensing regulations and the BC Early Learning Framework.
- Valid First Aid and CPR certification appropriate for licensed childcare.
- Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound operational decisions.
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace and childcare management software such as Lillio.
- Experience with staff scheduling, recruitment, administration or human resources is an asset.
- FoodSafe certification is an asset.

A warm,



collaborative leadership approach and a genuine passion for quality early learning are essential. Why Join Us?

An exceptional place to live and work!

Sun Peaks offers a lifestyle that is hard to match. Enjoy world-class skiing and snowboarding in the winter, and hiking, mountain biking and outdoor adventures throughout the summer. It's a vibrant, welcoming community where you can build meaningful connections both professionally and personally.

As part of ELSoK, you will also benefit from the support and collaboration of an established charitable organization with 30 years of experience in early learning and childcare.

- Fully paid group extended health benefits.
- Employer RRSP matching program.
- Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.
- A supportive working relationship with the Executive Director and organizational leadership team.
- The opportunity to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful contribution to a growing community.

About ELSoK The Early Learning Society of Kamloops is a charitable, not-for-profit organization committed to providing high-quality, inclusive early learning and childcare. Our programs are grounded in the BC Early Learning Framework and a commitment to meaningful relationships, exploration and learning through play. The Sun Peaks Early Learning Centre is an exciting part of our growing organization, serving children and families in the Sun Peaks community.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Early Childhood Educator ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position to:

Karyn Sutherland, Executive Director [email protected]

Subject Line: SPELC Manager Position The position is based in Sun Peaks, BC. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check through the BC Criminal Records Review Program.

We look forward to welcoming our next Centre Manager to the Sun Peaks community!

Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Centre Manager (Sun Peaks)
🏢 Early Learning Society of Kamloops
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