Job Description

Position Title: Director of Willowbrae Academy Red Deer

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The Director is appointed and hired by the Owner as the principle executor of Academy policy concerning admissions, operations, and program. The Director is responsible for the coordination,supervision, and implementation of all aspects of the operation of the Academy, under the direction and supervision of the Owner. Must be available to start immediately.

Qualifications:

- Level III Early Childhood Education or equivalent

- Minimum three years of relevant practical experience

- Early Childhood Administration and Supervisor program would be an asset

- Opening a new center would be an asset

- Knowledge of children's development, agency policies and human resources procedures

- High standard of professionalism

- Enthusiasm for serving the public, ensuring that all students and clients are cared for equally and in accordance with Willowbrae standards

- Participative yet assertive management style: leads by personal example, coaching, teamwork, but not hesitant to make decisions and direct activities

- Excellent communication skills with the ability to listen and respond appropriately to client, children and staff needs as well as communicate with tact and diplomacy

- High energy level with a strong work ethic

- Excellent organization skills to prioritize workload in order to achieve results in a constant changing environment

- Able to maintain the smooth operation of the academy through the ability to function as part of a cohesive team

- Ability to safeguard confidential information

- Infant/Child C.P.R. and First Aid updated yearly

- Clear child abuse registry and criminal record check

Responsibilities:

- Plans, organizes, directs and controls the day to day operations of the academy

- Responsible for ensuring that all relevant legislative requirements are met with 100% compliance

- Motivates and leads employees through personal example regarding client relations, site cleanliness, program development, classroom leadership, health and safety practices, uniform standards, employee relations, and compliance with corporate programs

- Recruits and selects qualified educators and oversees staff development

- Ensures the academy is ready for business with all necessary supplies and equipment

- Maintains enrolment expectations through on-going communication with all families, accurate administration, agency promotion and hosting open houses

- Promotes open communication and teamwork with all employees through personal example and use of positive employee relations techniques

- Maintains positive community relations

- Resolves parent complaints through excellence in customer service and adherence to Willowbrae Academy guidelines and efficient follow up

- Accurately performs administrative tasks in a timely manner

- Performs other related assignments as required

Please submit your cover letter and resume to the attention of:

emily@willowbraechildcare.com

Our apologies, only those candidates being considered will be contacted.

Willowbrae Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

Thank you for your consideration.

www.willowbraeacademy.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year

Licence/Certification:

Childcare Director License (required)
Location:

Red Deer, AB (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-04