Assistant Director

Kids & Company Ltd•Eastern Passage, NS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Centre Director, the Assistant Director is an integral member of the Kids & Company team responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the centre. This role supports the delivery of high-quality childcare through the conscientious application of Kids & Company standards to achieve our mission: to provide quality primary and backup childcare services that help families and corporations achieve a healthy work/life balance. This is a mat leave contract position until July 2027.

Requirements

Valid Nova Scotia ECE License
Clear Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Abuse Registry
Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C

Nice To Haves

Enthusiastic about serving the public and ensuring that all children and clients are cared for equally
Ability to reach for excellence
Compassionate early childhood educator
Display empathy
Trustworthy
Strong work ethic
Willing to be empowered

Responsibilities

Support children’s emotional, physical, and behavioral well-being, while helping develop their social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills
Implement an Emergent Curriculum that encourages curiosity and learning through play
Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and record-keeping
Conduct daily attendance, health, and safety checks
Collaborate with professionals such as Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Early Interventionists as needed
Support children through transitions in and out of classrooms
Ensure all classroom ratios and standards are met as outlined in Nova Scotia licensing regulations
Participate in and help lead staff meetings, training sessions, and workshops
Assist the Centre Director with child and staff files, ministry requirements, and operational needs