Position Title: Centre Director

Organization: Garderie Oasis Child Care Centre

Location: 507 Smyth Road, Ottawa

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Position Start Date: As soon as possible

Salary: $70,000-$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience plus extended health benefits and participation in the centre’s RRSP program

About Garderie Oasis Child Care Centre

Oasis is a bilingual, non-profit centre committed to providing child care and early learning programs in a safe, healthy, nurturing, and stimulating environment for over 20 years. It is our mission to be the leader in providing exceptional early learning and childcare, enriching the lives of our children and families by upholding the highest level of care.

The centre at a glance: 65 children, 4 classrooms, 15 staff, and an annual operating budget of approximately $1.5M

Oasis is a well-established community childcare centre with a strong reputation in Ottawa. The centre operates with a dedicated team of educators and staff and is supported by an engaged volunteer Board of Directors. The Centre Director will have an important leadership role in guiding the organization's strategic direction, supporting a collaborative and experienced team, and ensuring the continued success and sustainability of the centre.

Position Summary

We are seeking a collaborative, experienced, and forward-thinking Director to lead and guide the centre. The Director is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, financial management, human resources, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability of the centre. This role ensures that the organization operates in alignment with its mission, policies, strategic priorities, and applicable legislation while maintaining high standards of early learning and child care.The Director reports directly to the volunteer Board of Directors and works in partnership with the Centre Supervisor to ensure effective centre operations.

The Director provides strategic leadership and organizational oversight while working closely with the Centre Supervisor, who is responsible for the day-to-day program operations and classroom management.

Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & Compliance

- Provide oversight of the daily operations of the daycare centre, ensuring high standards of care and education are upheld.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Ontario child care legislation, including the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 (CCEYA), Ontario Regulation 137/15, Ministry of Education requirements, and applicable health and safety standards
- Maintain required records, documentation, and reporting for regulatory authorities.
- Oversee enrollment strategy, process, and family orientations in collaboration with the Supervisor
- Ensures child records and documentation are complete and compliant.
- Work with the Supervisor and Chef to ensure food safety, sanitation, allergy management, and nutritional practices meet applicable requirements and align with Canada's Food Guide
- Oversees long-term facility management and support capital planning in collaboration with the Board of Directors
- Ensures the centre maintains a safe and sanitary environment
- Ensure required serious occurrence reports, incident documentation, notifications,



and other regulatory reports are completed and submitted within applicable timelines
- Ensure appropriate systems are in place for emergency preparedness, child protection, supervision, health and safety, and risk management

Leadership and Human Resources

- Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture.
- Responsible for maintaining an effective and compliant staff structure.
- Oversee recruitment and staffing planning in collaboration with the Supervisor and the Board where appropriate.
- Conduct annual staff performance evaluations and support professional development.
- Address staff concerns and support effective communication within the team.
- Support leadership development within the team and participate in ongoing professional development.
- Ensure compliance with employment standards, policies, and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Ensure staff schedules, qualifications, training, and staffing arrangements support regulatory compliance and safe program operations.

Child Care Programming

- Ensure the centre provides high-quality, inclusive, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate early learning and child care programs.
- Support the Supervisor in maintaining programming practices that align with current early childhood education standards, best practices, and the centre's educational philosophy.
- Oversee program quality, inclusion practices, and health and safety procedures in collaboration with the Supervisor.
- Ensure appropriate systems are in place to monitor and address concerns involving child safety, supervision, suspected abuse or neglect, responsible occurrences, and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure concerns are reported to the appropriate authorities in accordance with applicable legislation and reporting requirements.
- Support continuous program improvement through staff feedback, family input, incident reviews, program evaluations, and professional development.
- Promote an environment that respects the dignity, diversity, individual needs, and rights of every child and family.

Family and External Relations

- Build strong relationships with families and guardians through open communication and support.
- Support the Supervisor to address family inquiries, concerns, and feedback.
- Maintain positive working relationships with the Ministry of Education, City of Ottawa Children's Services, funding agencies, and other regulatory and community partners
- Represent the centre within professional associations and child care networks.
- Assist the Board of Directors in governance, strategic planning, and policy development, including providing regular reports and updates.
- Attend scheduled Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting, provide recommendations to support informed decision-making, and oversee the implementation of approved Board decisions





Financial Management

- Work with the Board Finance Committee to develop the annual operating budget and manage the centre within the approved budget.
- Maintain employee group benefits package and RRSP Plan with provider
- Identify and pursue funding opportunities, grants, and community partnerships where appropriate.
- Coordinate with the bookkeeper and external auditor to support year-end financial reporting, audit preparation, and the presentation of financial results to the Board and families at the Annual General Meeting
- Ensure financial records and administrative practices support accountability, transparency, and sound financial management

Qualifications

License, Certifications & Requirements

- Must be a Registered Early Childhood Educator in good standing with the Ontario College of ECE
- Current First Aid/CPR, criminal record check, vulnerable sector search, and any other required clearances as requested
- Up to date immunization as per Public Health and Ministry of Education
- Valid driver’s license is considered an asset

Experience and Skills

- Minimum 5 years of experience in a licensed child care or early learning environment.
- 2 years of supervisory or management experience in child care or a related field preferred
- Experience working within a non-profit organization or with a Board of Directors is considered an asset
- Experience with Digitbot portal is considered an asset
- Robust knowledge of current provincial childcare legislation and licensing requirements
- Demonstrated experience in curriculum leadership, educator mentorship, and program evaluation
- Proven ability to manage operations, staffing, and resources in a dynamic environment, including skills related to conflict resolution and coaching
- Excellent written and spoken communication and problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Commitment to inclusion, relational practice, and high-quality early education
- Strong computer literacy, including strong knowledge of the provincial and local portals, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Google Suite
- Strong financial management and budgeting abilities
- Bilingualism in French is preferred but not required

Working Conditions & Advantages

- Full-time position of 37.5 hours a week, requiring regular on-site presence at the child care centre
- Occasional evening work for Board and committee meetings and special events at the centre
- Onsite parking
- Extended health benefits
- Participation in the centre’s RRSP contribution program with a 100% employer match.
- Three weeks' vacation, two personal days and eight sick days per year
- Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.

How to Apply

Please send resume to by Friday, November 20, 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage educators of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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🏢 Garderie Oasis Child Care Centre
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