Permanent, Full Time - 37.5 hours/week, rotating shiftsCompensation:$29.38/hour (inclusive of Provincial Wage Enhancement Grant)The Position:Reporting to the Supervisor, the Assistant Supervisor is responsible for supporting and leading the day-to-day operations of the Centre, ensuring management practices that reflect the philosophy of the organization, that promote quality early childhood education and care, that provide a safe and supportive work/play environment, that promote positive relations with families and partners, and that demonstrate sound financial management processes.ResponsibilitiesTo provide support and leadership to the delivery of a curriculum that supports children's learning and adheres to the philosophy of the organizationTo adhere to, and role model, all applicable legislation, and regulatory requirements and SPC specific policies and proceduresTo consistently model professionalism, and establish good working relationships between the organization and the communityTo develop and maintain positive, supportive, and qualified relationships with families while respecting their unique needsTo coach, motivate, guide, provide feedback and manage the performance of educatorsTo maintain a physically and emotionally safe workplace through adherence to all health and safety policies and proceduresProfessional AttributesExcellent organizational, planning and program facilitation skillsAbility to coach, train and develop team members and positively lead the teamExcellent collaboration and team skillsEffective conflict resolution and problem-solving skillsProfessional work ethic and ability to maintain confidentialityEnthusiastic, positive, and funQualifications,



Education and ExperienceCollege Diploma or University Degree in Early Childhood Education, and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood EducatorsMinimum of 2 years of RECE experience, supervisor designate experience an assetCurrent Intermediate First Aid and CPR Level C qualificationsDemonstrated ability to support early learning programs reflective of current research, best practices, and inquiry-based learningDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively with families, children, colleagues, and external agenciesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively as a team memberSound knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act, How Does Learning Happen? ELECT and the Durham Region Operating CriteriaWorking knowledge of Word, Excel, Office Center, and Microsoft OutlookWhat We OfferCompetitive wages and benefit package and pension planPermanent employees receive a 20% discounted rate to enroll their child in our school age and camp programsPermanent employees start with 6% (3 weeks) vacation accumulation, 3 pro-rated floater days and accrue 10 sick days per yearEmployer-paid benefits are offered to permanent part-time and full-time employeesProfessional growth and development with regular ongoing performance reviewsA fun, diverse and inclusive work environmentOffers of employment are contingent upon a valid Police Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening issued within 6 months of the date of hire. Schoolhouse Playcare is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting Human Resources.

📌 Assistant Supervisor - Mulberry Meadows (Whitby)
🏢 Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham
📍 Whitby