About Us
Kids & Company operates 120+ childcare centres across Canada and continues to grow. We are dedicated to providing high-quality childcare that supports families and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Director to support the daily operations of our Okotoks centre. Reporting to the Centre Director, this is a hands-on leadership role that is primarily classroom-based. The Assistant Director spends the majority of their time supporting children, educators, classroom routines, and ratio requirements while assisting with administrative and operational responsibilities as needed.
This role plays a key part in ensuring high-quality programming, regulatory compliance, and a positive experience for children, families, and staff.
Please note: This is not a full-time office-based leadership position. The successful candidate will be actively involved in classrooms daily, providing direct support to educators and children while assisting the Centre Director with operational responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
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Support the Centre Director with day-to-day centre operations and regulatory compliance.
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Spend the majority of the workday supporting classrooms, educators, and children.
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Provide classroom coverage to maintain ratios and support staff breaks, absences, and transitions.
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Deliver high-quality care and supervision while fostering children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
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Support educators with classroom management, programming, and curriculum implementation.
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Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to educators across all age groups.
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Assist with staff scheduling, ratio management, and daily centre operations.
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Maintain attendance records, documentation, and health and safety requirements.
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Support family engagement and positive parent communication.
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Participate in staff meetings, training initiatives, and ongoing professional development.
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Collaborate with community partners and external professionals as required.
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Ensure compliance with Kids & Company policies and Alberta childcare regulations.
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Assist with administrative tasks and centre operations as directed by the Centre Director.
Qualifications
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Alberta Early Childhood Educator Certification Level 2 or Level 3 required.
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Minimum 2 years of experience working in a licensed childcare environment.
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Previous leadership, supervisory, or Assistant Director experience is considered an asset.
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Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
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Demonstrated ability to lead by example and work directly alongside educators in the classroom.
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Valid Child Care First Aid and CPR certification.
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Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search.
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Up-to-date immunizations and health requirements as applicable.
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Ability to lift up to 45 lbs.
What We Offer
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100% employer-paid benefits (medical, dental, vision).
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35% childcare discount plus 20 days of free backup childcare per year.
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Ongoing professional development and leadership growth opportunities.
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Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization.
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Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Apply Today!
Kids & Company is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.
