Child Care Supervisor

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For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here. Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world. Job Description: POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY: The Childcare Supervisor serves as the key leader of the Childcare Centre, dedicated to ensuring the delivery of exceptional care and education to children and families. This role requires strict adherence to the Ministry of Education's Child Care and Early Years regulations, Peel Region standards, and The Salvation Army's policies and procedures. The Supervisor is responsible for hiring, supporting, coaching, and monitoring staff to cultivate a positive and productive work environment. Additionally, the Supervisor manages the operating budget to maintain fiscal responsibility, ensuring the center's financial health. A critical aspect of this role is ensuring that staff effectively implement the Program Statement, aligning with The Salvation Army mission and values and ' How Does Learning Happen' guidelines. Furthermore, the Supervisor fosters a collaborative and integrative relationship with the Church and Family Services, strengthening community connections and support. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a commitment to high standards of quality childcare, and the ability to manage both people and finances effectively. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Incumbent will perform all, some or similar range of duties as below: Childcare Responsibilities: Assists in the delivery of programs according to relevant government and Salvation Army requirements, develops relevant policies and procedures (including behavior modification plans and practices) and ensures staff compliance. Supervises Centre staff, including input into performance reviews, oversees orientation of student on placement and volunteers, preparing their timetable and work schedules and appraising their performance. Assists in planning and implementing appropriate aged-based activities according to skill and learning levels that promote social interaction and personal development. May market and recruit new participants, conduct intake interviews and orientate new participants and families; provides on-going feedback on a child's development and behavior. May network with other childcares, schools, community centres, churches and social services agencies for the benefit of the children and the program. Assists with effective risk management; monitors food safety, medication storage/disbursement, allergies, facility cleanliness/maintenance; provides emergency first aid and completes, reports and files incident reports as required. Ensures that all information about children, family, staff, visitors and volunteers are strictly confidential; and that activity records and statistics are confidentially secured. Works with the Director to ensure that programs meet contractual, legal and internal accreditation requirements; ensures full compliance with child protection legislation and intervenes when necessary. Role models appropriate behaviors and attitudes supporting growth and promoting change for the child and family. Remains current in practice through participation in upgrading courses, workshops, etc. May provide transportation to/from school or field trip sites. Performs other duties as assigned. Guide, coach and mentor educators to implement a relationship focused, play based, emergent program that is developmentally appropriate. Ensure the CCEYA is adhered to and How Does Learning Happen implemented. Support educators to embed biblical stories and the Salvation Army's mission and core values in the daily program. Plan monthly staff meetings. Post, interview and hire educators. Conduct annual PEAC performance reviews and Program Statement monitoring. CRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT: Governance Boards and Councils: None. Internal: Staff members, volunteers, children in the program. External: Parents and guardians of the children, Ministry of Education, Local Public Health departments, City of Toronto or Region of Peel agencies. MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITY: - Reports directly to Director of GTA Childcare Services. - Direct reports: Childcare staff members. The incumbent is responsible as a group/work leader: for providing direction and checking results but generally

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