Child Care Supervisor - Valley Farm

**The Organization** Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham is a non-profit licensed childcare operator serving children from 0 – 12 years of age across Durham Region. We offer full-day childcare, before and after-school programs, licensed home childcare and summer camps. We believe that children and their families deserve high quality learning environments that are responsive to the children’s interests and unique needs. We promote an environment of respect and celebrate the rich diversity of the children, their families, and our employees. We believe that open communication, meaningful interactions, and respectful behaviour build positive relationships and support collaboration. We are committed to working in partnership with others to support our children, their families, and our employees in reaching their full potential. **The Position** Reporting to the Program Manager, this individual is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the childcare centre, ensuring management practices that reflect the philosophy of the organization. This individual will promote quality early childhood education and care, provide a safe and supportive environment, and promote positive partnerships with families and the community. **Responsibilities:** * Implement a philosophy of early childhood education and care that reflects SPCs philosophy, HDLH? and DROC * Ensure all applicable legislation and regulatory requirements, as well as the policies and procedures of Schoolhouse Playcare Centres of Durham, are met consistently * Work in partnership with families, external agencies, community partners and colleagues to ensure an inclusive environment for families and children * Coach and mentor educators to improve skills/competencies, enhance program quality and improve the child/family experience, manage performance gaps in a timely manner * Identify, coordinate and/or facilitate ongoing professional learning, staff meetings and resources for the educator team * Create a safe environment that encourages open communication and feedback. Maximize the talents and strengths within the team and recognize accomplishments **The Ideal Candidate – Professional Attributes** * Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills * Excellent planning and program facilitation skills * Ability to coach, train and develop team members and positively lead the team * Excellent collaboration and team skills * Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills * Professional work ethic, and ability to maintain confidentiality * Enthusiastic, positive, and fun **The Ideal Candidate – Qualifications, Education and Experience** * College Diploma or University Degree in Early Childhood Education, and in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators * Minimum of 3 years RECE experience. Experience as a supervisor in a licensed childcare program is an asset * Current Intermediate First Aid and CPR Level C qualifications * Experience and/or sound knowledge of ch