Assistant Daycare Director - Summit Start Riverview

Summit Start Riverview is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and hands-on Assistant Daycare Director to support the daily operations of our Riverview childcare program.

Our Riverview program operates seven days a week, with services running until midnight. The successful candidate must be flexible and prepared to support the operational needs of the centre across different shifts, including evenings and weekends.

This is an active leadership role that requires a strong presence in daily operations, staff supervision, coaching and mentoring, program quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Support and oversee daily childcare operations to ensure consistent program quality, effective staff performance & child supervision, and compliance with Alberta childcare licensing requirements.
• Monitor child supervision, health and safety practices, and overall program quality.
• Support staff onboarding, orientation, training, and ongoing performance management and professional development.
• Monitor staff performance and ensure consistent implementation of Summit Start's policies, procedures, and child guidance practices.
• Assist with staff scheduling, shift coverage, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels, including responding to staff call-outs and unexpected absences.
• Address operational concerns and respond to urgent situations as required.
• Attend staff meetings, training sessions, performance discussions, and coaching sessions outside regular working hours when necessary.
• Maintain regular communication with the Director and staff across different shifts to ensure consistency in program delivery and operational expectations.

Requirements:

• Alberta Childcare Level 2/3 Certification.
• A minimum of 2–3 years of experience in a childcare supervisory or leadership role is required.
• Knowledge of Alberta childcare licensing requirements, health and safety standards, and childcare program practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to adjust working hours and support different shifts, including evenings and weekends, based on operational needs.
• Valid Standard First Aid with CPR Level B or C Certification.
• Clear & Valid Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector obtained within the last 6 months.

Compensation Includes:

• Competitive Wage + Government Wage Top-Up
• Paid flex days - Cause we all need to take a day off now and then!
• 100% employer-paid comprehensive group health benefits program.
• Training & Professional Development.
• Super fun staff events and great culture.

Disclaimer:
We will only be reaching out to candidates who meet the required qualifications. The recruitment process involves multiple levels of screening. All shortlisted candidates will receive an email to complete their skills assessment in TestGorilla. Further steps in the recruitment and interview process will be determined based on the scores from this skills assessment.

At Summit Start, you’ll join a diverse, dynamic, and professional team where your leadership truly makes a difference!

If you’re ready to lead with passion, drive, and creativity, we want to hear from you!

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**ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN WORKING AT OUR RIVERVIEW LOCATION**