Executive Director - New Daycare located in Oungre

Souris Valley Daycare Inc. (SVDC) is hiring for a full time Daycare Executive Director!

Successful candidate of this brand-new position will assist with facility set up, oversee staff and manage day-to-day operations of the new childcare facility. Located at 2 Souris Ave., in Oungre, SVDC offers 20 spaces for children aged 12 months to 6 years of age (or the completion of kindergarten). Expected hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 7am 6pm and tentative opening date is October 1, 2023. Reporting to the SVDC Board of Directors, successful candidate will demonstrate their experience and passion for working children.

Compensation based on qualifications, experience and be in accordance with the Saskatchewan Learning & Childcare tier averages.

* Administration
* Develop and implement facility procedures
* Ensure completion of accurate monthly financial statements
* Research and apply for additional funding and grant opportunities
* Manage and purchase groceries, supplies, services and equipment as required
* Complete annual licensing requirements
* Human Resources
* Recruit qualified staff members
* Provide guidance and assistance to staff members
* Arrange staff schedule and manage child to worker ratios
* Program & Child Development
* Be a positive, professional and supportive role model
* Supervise and guide daily activities
* Oversee the implementation of developmentally appropriate programming
* Family and Board Relations

* Attend and report at all SVDC board meetings
* Act as a liaison between parents, staff and the board

Skills and Qualifications:
* ECE Level 3 qualification, or enrolled in classes to become a Level 3
* Criminal Record check and Vulnerable Sector check
* First Aid Certification, CPR Level C
* Food Safe Certification
* Positive, caring and compassionate attitude
* Excellent leadership qualities and effective verbal and written communication skills