Director - Winnipeg, Canada - Norwood Nursery School

Description

Overview:

Duties:

• Oversee all operational aspects of Norwood Nursery School's 75space child care center, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment for children.
• Lead the recruitment, training, and ongoing development of staff, fostering a supportive and growthoriented work culture.
• Ensure adherence to the Best Practices Licensing Manual for Early Learning and Child Care Centers, promoting highquality care and safety standards.
• Regularly communicate progress and achievements toward the Board's mission and objectives, promoting transparency and accountability.
• Cultivate strong relationships with children, parents, and guardians, fostering trust and collaboration within the center's community.
• Champion initiatives that prioritize employee satisfaction, professional development, and worklife balance, in alignment with the values and ethos of the Board of Directors.
• Provide handson support during staff breaks or absences to maintain appropriate childtostaff ratios, while actively engaging with staff and children to support program delivery and continuity.

Qualifications:

• Early Childhood Educator (ECE) III certification with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a supervisory or administrative role within an Early Learning & Child Care setting.
• Proficiency in Child Care Pro, QuickBooks, Payworks, and Microsoft Office, with the ability to adapt to new software and technologies such as Apple Mac, Gmail, Canva, and other relevant platforms.
• Demonstrated expertise in health and safety protocols, creating engaging learning environments for children of various age groups, and proficient program and staff management skills.
• Proven track record of successfully securing grants, subsidies, or financial supports to enhance center operations.
• Thorough knowledge of Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care (MELCC) reporting and licensing requirements.
• Competency in financial and administrative practices within a nonprofit or charitable organization setting.
• Effective leadership and organizational capabilities, with a demonstrated understanding of cultural sensitivity in interactions with diverse staff, children, and families.
• Uptodate knowledge of contemporary human resources practices.
• Ability to cultivate respectful relationships with program staff, the Norwood Community Centre, and Nordale School Administration.
• Collaborative and transparent work ethic, with professionalism in reporting to the Board of Directors.
• Possession of a valid Manitoba Driver's License.
• Commitment to adhering to and managing all Manitoba Public Health orders affecting daycares, as applicable.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact on our organization.

NNS offers extremely competitive renumeration, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid appointment time, paid health benefits, and a supportive and fun community-minded environment.

If you'd like to be a part of this thriving and established team, we want to hear from YOU


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Pay:
$75,000.00-$92,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Extended health care
• Onsite parking
• Paid time off

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Supervisory: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• ECE III Licence (required)

Work Location:
In person