Job Description

The Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society is seeking a Childcare Manager to join our team at sk?mxist snc?cmiltn Aboriginal Head Start Center, located in Black Mountain!

Hours:

40 hours per week

Wage:

$36.00-$41.00 per hour

Posted:

October 30, 2025

Closing Date:

Open until filled

About the Role

The Manager will provide leadership and oversight for all center programming and staff, ensuring a trauma-informed, culturally rooted, and holistic environment for children and families. This role involves proactive planning, staff mentoring, community relationship building, and ensuring all programming aligns with BC Licensing requirements and KFS policies.

Special attention will be given to applicants with demonstrated awareness of the intergenerational impacts of colonization and residential schools on Indigenous communities and families.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and support center staff including ECEs, Substitutes and Program Cook

Coordinate programming with a focus on Indigenous culture, language, and traditions.

Coordinate with external support services (ASCD/AIDP, BGCO, Starbright etc.)

Oversee budgets, staffing schedules, and resources to maintain smooth center operations.

Foster positive relationships with families, staff, community partners, and stakeholders.

Mentor staff through training, goal setting, and wellness plans.

Support proposal and grant writing when applicable

Qualifications & Requirements

Valid Early Childhood Education Certification

3 years' management experience in childcare or community programming

Proven administration experience or education

Current First Aid Certificate

Food Safe Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Valid Driver's License, a clear driver's abstract, and access to a reliable vehicle.

Clear Criminal Record Check (Vulnerable Sector, renewed every 5 years)

Strong knowledge of BC Community Care Licensing Act

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, language, and traditions (strong asset)

Why Join Our Team?

Highly competitive wage

Low child-staff ratios

Extended health benefits

3 weeks paid vacation to start

10 paid sick days per year

Daily meals provided

Paid professional growth & development

Supportive & collaborative team environment

Meaningful work rooted in Indigenous culture & community

If you are a supportive leader with a passion for children, families, and community, we would love to hear from you!

Please send resume and cover letter to:

Mail:

Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society

Attention: Human Resources

442 Leon Ave

Kelowna, BC V1Y 6J3

Email:

HRassist@kfs.bc.ca

Fax:

250-763-4905

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36.00-$41.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Employee assistance program On-site parking
Experience:

Management: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Early Childhood Education Certificate (required) First Aid Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person