Childcare Coordinator, 35hours per week. Full-Time contract. This is an Onsite position.Overview: Kiwassa Neighbourhood House grows a welcoming and inclusive community in the vibrant Hastings-Sunrise and Grandview-Woodland neighbourhoods of East Vancouver, Located on the traditional, unceded and occupied territories of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səlílw̓ətaʔ/Selilwitulh (TsleilWaututh), and xwməθkwəyə̓ m (Musqueam) Nations.This position is a contract position to cover a leave. This position has an anticipated end date of August 31, 2028, or until the return of the incumbent, with the possibility of extension. This position has an anticipated start date of mid-late November, with flexibility for the right candidate.This position is required to have a valid ECE license in British Columbia when hired.Job Title: Childcare Coordinator, ECEJob SummaryThe Childcare Coordinator supports Kiwassa's vision to grow a welcoming and inclusive community through providing leadership and guidance for a specific childcare program and is responsible for: overseeing a staff team, volunteers and students in program planning for a group of children, orientation of families, staff scheduling and organizing classroom activities.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPeople Leadership and SupervisionProvide direct supervision, guidance and operational leadershipDevelops and trains staff with the skills required for quality childcareEnsures prescribed number of staff are present each dayProvides appropriate observation and review of employees, recognizes and celebrates successesInforms Childcare Director of problems/challenges with employees, and situations that require disciplinary actionSupports and encourages initiative in the areas of program development,



colleague support and interaction with families.Provides supervision for practicum students and volunteersStandardsEnsures that all safety and supervision standards are implemented and maintained as per licensing and Kiwassa requirementsReads, understands and follows all provincial requirements and standards and ensures team is proficient in meeting and maintaining themEnsures all policies and procedures pertaining to classroom and facility are met and maintainedEnsure staff credentials are up to dateEnsure all documents for children's and staff files are complete and up to date.Quality ProgrammingPlans and implements, activities and experiences for individual and group needs of all children within a consistent child- centered program environmentGuides and cares for a group of children in accordance with KNH standardsStays up to date with new approaches and activities, looks for creative and appropriate activities to engage children, families and staff.Family Communication and SupportEstablishes and maintains positive daily communication and relationships with parents, children, school and KNH staff membersEngage in conversations with families re: needs they/their child may have, including initiating conversation about getting extra support for children,



assisting with referrals to outside organizations when necessaryParticipate in meetings with outside agencies that relate to children in their careMain liaison between community agencies and program staffConnect through formal (newsletter, email, etc.) means as well as informallyAdministrationProvide input to Childcare Director re: needs of the program, when Director prepares the annual budgetPurchases snack and program supplies, pays bills, records and submits receipts; maintains and orders supplies within a prescribed budget.Assists the Childcare Director or designate in maintaining proper financial record keeping and accounting for program funds.Ensures all bills are paid on timeParticipate in interviewing staffPrepares and reviews staff timesheetsProvides updates and reporting as requiredOther duties as required.QualificationsEarly Childhood Educator certificationA minimum of two (2) years recent, related experienceExperience working in the social services field, specifically with not for profitsMust have supervisory experience in a childcare settingExperience working with children in a licensed childcare/recreational settingExperience working with children with special needsFirst Aid certificate required-Emergency Child Care First Aid or higherWhat we offer:Extended Health and Dental PlanLife-insurance, paid sick days and, if needed, long-term disabilitySalary: $35.82 + applicable wage enhancement (at the time of this posting, this position is eligible for $6 Wage Enhancement.)We strongly encourage applications from and prioritize from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including folks with disabilities, Indigenous people, racialized people and 2SLGBTQIA+ folks. We encourage, though don't require, folks of these identities to indicate this on their cover letter.

📌 Childcare Coordinator (Vancouver)
🏢 Kiwassa Neighborhood Services Association
📍 Vancouver