Job Description

Kepler Academy is planning for our future growth! This Centre Director in Training position is a developmental position designed to prepare high potential candidates with child care work experience to become a future Centre Director within Kepler Academy.


The Centre Director in Training will work closely with senior management and departmental leaders to develop a solid foundation in Kepler Academy's values, processes and operational standards. This role requires a strong willingness to learn, the ability to make logical and timely decisions and the capability to adapt to new information


This position requires consistent travel between all Kepler Academy centres across Edmonton and the greater area, including the head office.

Why should you be a part of Kepler Academy?

We are Edmonton and area's largest childcare provider. Kepler Academy was voted as Edmonton's Top Choice Child Care Services from 2021 - 2025 Our size and multiple locations allow our employees to realize unmatched career potential including management and support roles You will be part of a fast growing, premier childcare facility Employees have access to our commitment to professional development You will become part of the change towards modern childcare including Exploratory Education(TM), STEM, discovery, and child-led approach learning Kepler Academy has a vast team dedicated to supporting our employees and child's needs including a Registered Dietician, Fitness Teacher, Operations Director, Area Directors, Client Experience, Marketing, and Human Resources

In addition, at Kepler Academy you have an opportunity to be a part of an organization that puts people first, supports growth, offers health & wellness initiatives, strives for a positive workplace culture, and a competitive full compensation package.


Our strong commitment to a supportive workplace will ensure success for you when working at our Kepler Academy Centres as well as ensuring recognition of our team members and a fun workplace! If you want to start your career at Kepler Academy, we are excited to hear from you!

What else is in It for You?

Paid sick and wellness days Paid vacation days and additional stat holidays Group Benefit plan including health, dental, and life insurance Employee perks and discounts with local partnerships Paid education and internal growth opportunities Employee discounted childcare at Kepler Academy up to 40% Professional Development and continuous learning

What will you do?

Shadow and support Centre Directors to understand daily leadership expectations, responsibilities and the Kepler way. This position will be trained to promote excellence in the delivery of Kepler Academy's core foundation to provide a positive work environment, relevant feedback, communication to employees and families, and plan daily activities.


This position will demonstrate growth in leadership readiness by taking on an increasing level of responsibility throughout the training period, including temporary acting as a Centre Director at an assigned Centre for leave coverage.

Other Training and Responsibilities

Build professional relationships with the support team, educators, and colleagues. Learn the Kepler Academy workflows, operational standards and procedures. Operate in a professional manner and ensure Kepler standards are being met, and compliance is always maintained. Support centres during staff shortage, operational needs, or special situations as required Learn to provide oversight and direction to the employees in the centre in accordance with the organization's policies and procedures. Learn to coach, mentor, and develop staff, including new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities. Consciously create a workplace culture that is consistent with the overall organization's and that emphasizes the identified mission, vision, guiding principles, and values of the organization. Learn to provide effective performance feedback through employee recognition, rewards, and disciplinary action, with the assistance of Human Resources, when necessary. Learn to maintain employee work schedules including training, vacations, and paid time off, coverage for absenteeism, and overtime scheduling. Ensure strong relationships developed with families with regular ongoing communication. Community involvement and interaction to build strong partnerships. Maintain transparent communication. Appropriately communicate organization information through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, email, and regular interpersonal communication. Work with Human Resources Department on recruitment and retention strategy based on licensing requirements and centre needs. Learn to use all relevant software. Assist with documentation, incident reporting, internal audits, month end child care hours report, and centre reporting requirements.

You will posses the following:

Valid Driver's Licence and reliable transportation to commute to all Kepler Academy Centres in Edmonton and the greater area Demonstrated ability to be led, coach and develop Ability to adopt feedback, self-development and demonstrating continual improvement Business Acumen Ability to learn new software programs Proven leadership in promoting a positive workforce environment Strong work ethic Excellent organization and time management skills Excellent written and spoken communication skills Computer literacy: strong skills in Microsoft Office and ability to learn other systems Solid knowledge & understanding of the Provincial Child Care Regulations Business knowledge of basic economics, budgeting, accounting principles and practices is necessary

Qualifications:

A minimum of 3 to 5 years Early Childhood experience in the Childcare industry Previous experience in a management or assistant manager role Post secondary education in a business-related field, or experience with finances and budgeting would be an asset Child Development Certificate issued in the Province of Alberta, Level 3 Standard First Aid Certificate / Level C First Aid Certificate Vulnerable Sector Police Information Check issued within the past 6 months
Do you not meet the minimum requirements? We still want to hear from you! We are always excited to hear from individuals excited to be part of the childcare industry.


Kepler Academy welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life, which is reflected in our largely diverse community of Kepler Academy employees. Kepler Academy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.

Join our extraordinary team today and be part of a Top Choice Childcare organization!