Childcare Centre Director

Kepler
Academy NEW childcare centre at the Cy Becker area is opening in early 2026, we
are now actively looking for a Centre Director 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 child-led approach learning
• Kepler
  Academy has a vast team dedicated to supporting our employees and child's needs
  including a Registered Dietician, Fitness Teacher, Operations Director, Area
  Directors, 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
• 3 weeks vacation to start 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

What do
we need from you?

Centre 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 to employees and families, proper nutrition, and plan daily
activities.

 You will 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 and operate in a
professional manner and ensure quality standards are being met.

What will
you do?

• Manage the overall operational, budgetary, and
  financial responsibilities and activities of the centre such as marketing
  and people management.
• Operate in a professional manner and ensure
  Kepler standards are being met and compliance is always maintained.
• Work with Human Resources Department on
  recruitment and retention strategy based on licensing requirements and
  centre needs.
• Provide oversight and direction to the
  employees in the centre in accordance with the organization's policies and
  procedures.
• 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 through
  employee recognition, rewards, and disciplinary action, with the
  assistance of Human Resources, when necessary.
• Maintain employee work schedules including
  training, vacations, and paid time off, coverage for absenteeism, and
  overtime scheduling.
• Ensure strong relationships developed with
  families with regular ongoing communication.
• Community involvement and interaction to build
  strong partnerships.
• Maintain transparent communication.
  Appropriately communicate organization information through department
  meetings, one-on-one meetings, email, and regular interpersonal
  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

Required Qualifications to Work at Kepler Academy:

• A minimum of 5 years Early Childhood
  experience in the Childcare industry
• Previous experience in a management or
  assistant manager role
• Post secondary education in a business-related
  field, or experience with finances and budgeting would be an asset
• Child Development Supervisor Certificate
  issued in the Province of Alberta, Level 3
• Standard First Aid Certificate / Level C First
  Aid Certificate
• Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check
  issued within the past 6 months

Do you not meet the minimum
requirements? We still want to hear from you We are always excited to hear
from individuals excited to be part of the childcare industry.

Kepler Academy welcomes people
from all backgrounds and walks of life, which is reflected in our largely
diverse community of Kepler Academy employees. Kepler Academy is proud to be an
equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for
all employees and applicants.

 Join our
extraordinary team today and be part of a Top Choice Childcare organization

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