Centre Staff - Edmonton, Canada - Kepler Academy

Kepler Academy

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Kepler Academy was voted Edmonton's Top Choice Child Care Services and we are looking for Assistant Directors to help continue our success

Why should you be a part of Kepler Academy?

We are Edmonton and area's largest childcare provider
Our size and multiple locations allow our employees to realize unmatched career potential including management and support roles
You will be part of a fast growing, premier childcare facility
Employees have access to our commitment to professional development
You will become part of the change towards modern childcare including Exploratory Education, STEM, discovery, and childled approach learning
Kepler Academy has a vast team dedicated to supporting our employee's and child's needs including a Registered Dietician, Fitness Coordinator, Education and Quality Assurance Director, Operations Director, Client Experience, Marketing, and Human Resources

In addition, at Kepler Academy, you have an opportunity to be a part of an organization that puts people first, supports growth, offers health & wellness initiatives, strives for a positive workplace culture, and a competitive full compensation package.

Our strong commitment to a supportive workplace will ensure success for you when working at our Kepler Academy Centres as well as ensuring recognition of our team members and a fun workplace If you want to start your career at Kepler Academy, we are excited to hear from you

What Else Is In It for You?

Paid sick and wellness days
Paid vacation days and additional stat holidays
Group Benefit plan including health, dental, and life insurance
Employee perks and discounts with local partnerships
Paid education and internal growth opportunities
Employee discounted childcare at Kepler Academy up to 40%
Professional Development and continuous learning

Is This for You?
Do your colleagues describe you as a role model? Is it in your nature to motivate people around you and inspire them?

Kepler Academy is looking for leaders to fill our Assistant Director roles who have a strong ability to create a positive work environment, open communication, and support their team's growth.

Kepler Academy's leaders and their teams are the foundation of our organization so if you are someone with leadership insight, a desire to work alongside a team that strives to foster children's sense of discovery and confidence with a rich learning experience, and someone who will strive to become a Centre Director, we invite you to start your next journey with Kepler

What will you do?
Assistant Directors will promote excellence in the delivery of Kepler Academy's core foundation.

You will promote and provide a positive work environment, relevant feedback, communication with employees and families, proper nutrition, and plan daily activities.

Working with the Centre Director, you will overall be accountable for the management of daily operations, overseeing and leading the work of all staff at the childcare center and business results for the centre, operating in a professional manner, and ensuring quality standards are being met.

Other Responsibilities

Manage the overall operational, budgetary, and financial responsibilities and activities of the centre such as marketing and people management
Operate professionally and ensure Kepler standards are being met and compliance is always maintained
Provide oversight and direction to the employees in the centre
Coach, mentor, and develop staff, including new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities
Consciously create a workplace culture that is consistent with the overall organization's and that emphasizes the identified mission, vision, guiding principles, and values of the organization
Provide effective performance feedback
Maintain employee work schedules
Ensure strong relationships developed with families with regular ongoing communication
Be part of the community to build strong partnerships.
Maintain transparent communication

You will posses the following:

Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop a department and department staff members
Proven leadership in promoting a positive workforce environment
Strong work ethic
Excellent organization and time management skills
Excellent written and spoken communication skills
Computer literacy: strong skills in Microsoft Office and ability to learn other systems
Solid knowledge & understanding of the Provincial Child Care Regulations
Business knowledge of basic economics, budgeting, accounting principles and practices is necessary

Qualifications:

A minimum of 3 years Early Childhood experience in the Childcare industry
A minimum of one (1) year in a management role is an asset but not required
Post secondary education in a businessrelated field, or experience with finances and budgeting would be an asset
Child Development Supervisor Certificate (twoyear Diploma in Early Childhood Develo