Director, Early Learning Centres - Toronto, Canada - Child Development Institute

Child Development Institute

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Who we are

Children are at the front and centre of what we do; they are the foundation of our purpose and the basis for our evidence-driven strategy.

Our mission is to transform the lives of children, youth and their families by developing and delivering innovative, research-based mental health and early learning programs.

At the Child Development Institute (CDI), we are passionate about helping our communities' most vulnerable members and their caregivers.

It motivates each of us to face what can be difficult situations while continuously finding the purest joy in play, in silence, in advice, and in the unbelievable strength and resilience of our young clients.

Joining us now is a rewarding opportunity to be part of an organization that is built on a legacy of more than 100 years of helping children and families.

Recognized as a leader and model for measurement-based impact, we are client-centred, family-centred, and data-informed.

We are a place where professionals grounded in mental health, care, and well-being of infants, children and youth, come together in collaboration, learning and inclusion.

As a multiservice organization delivering social, emotional, and behavioural counselling services, early childhood education, learning disabilities and mental health services, and family violence services, we address the whole person from when they begin their life.

Every child and family that reaches out to us is unique, and we value and embrace their individuality. We deliver the tailored support and tools they need to build life-long skills, positive mental health, and resilience. With their trust in us, we guide children and families along a supportive journey. It is an often difficult path and simultaneously the most rewarding experience for providers, children and families.

Who we need

We are seeking a
Director to lead our Sherbourne Early Learning Centre (ELC) team in providing exceptional care and education for young children.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and administration of the ELC, nurturing a joyful, safe learning environment for children, inspiring and guiding the work of staff, and ensuring compliance with all regulations and legislated standards.

Currently, our center has five classrooms - one for infants, two for toddlers, and two for preschoolers - with a total of 62 spaces.

Who you are

You may be a Director at a Child Care Centre looking for the stability and rewards of a well-established organization with a strong operational support structure.

Or, you may be a Coordinator looking to move up a Director level.

What's in it for you

_ Rewards._ Joining CDI is a chance to be part of a genuinely wonderful experience providing access to subsidized child care for your community members. With highly competitive compensation, full benefits, four weeks of vacation, and access to professional development funding, you will be part of an organization prioritizing self-care.

_ Access to operations and resourcing support._ As part of an organization that has been providing child care for over 100 years, you will be among experts who want to share their knowledge and are deeply invested in the success of your Centre. From Financial Services support to Regulatory Compliance, you will be part of a team ensuring you have the resources your Centre needs. You will share opening and closing shifts with a Coordinator and have backup support when additional classroom staff are needed.

_ Career development. _You will be part of a highly supportive organization that strives to promote from within and nurtures a continuous learning environment. This is a rewarding opportunity on multiple levels with opportunities to collaborate with our mental health resources teams, gain support from our Associate Director, and Director of Early Years and Child Care Services, and further expand your leadership and management skills.

As our new Director, Early Learning Centre in Toronto, you will:

_ Ensure compliance._ With the support of our Associate Director of Early Learning Centre and Director, Early Years and Child Care Services, you will stay up to date with, implement, and adhere to all regulations and legislated standards, including Ministry of Education Licensing standards, Toronto Children's Services Assessment for Quality Improvement, Toronto Public Health guidelines, and College of Early Childhood Educators Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.

- _ Create and nurture a safe, healthy, supportive environment for children, staff, and families. _You will ensure program quality through pedagogical leadership and collaboration with other CDI Childcare Centre Directors and the cross-functional mental health teams. You will respond effectively to elevated parent concerns and complaints.
- _ Develop effective strategies to engage families and community partners._ You will take a diverse and flexible approach to working with families, creating communica