About Us:
The Children’s Foundation has helped thousands of children since 1957. It stands as a beacon of excellence in the non-profit sector. We are CARF accredited and deeply embedded in the communities we serve. At The Children’s Foundation, our team members are the heart of our organization, and we deeply value each role and the unique contributions it brings to our mission.

We believe that children and families thrive best in a strength-based environment. Children and families are at the center of services and supports are collaborative, culturally sensitive, individualized and flexible. We are trauma-informed, and attachment based.

At The Children’s Foundation, every child is a special child, recognized for his or her unique personality. We believe a child needs a nurturing, secure, comfortable and stimulating environment to grow. We foster the child’s imagination, curiosity and creativity in a caring, inclusive, safe and supportive atmosphere, prioritizing play as an essential part of learning.

Position details:
Position Title: Director of Inclusive Childcare
Wage and Salary Range: (EXEMPT) $58.90 – $62.74 per hour
Status: Full-time (35 hours/week,) Permanent
Reports To: Executive Director, Terri Calvert
Anticipated Start Date: August (~18,) 2025

Position Summary:
The Director of Inclusive Childcare will be a vital leader, shaping the future for childcare at The Children’s Foundation. They will be responsible to oversee operation of affordable, inclusive, high-quality childcare for children aged 0-12 including curriculum development, training and implementation to childcare staff based on early learning framework and indigenous ways of learning. They will also be responsible for applications for new childcare opportunities as well as streamline financial responsibility for current and future childcare to be responsive to families and funders and balance budgets across childcare programs.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible to directly supervise staff, providing clear guidance, mentorship, coaching, training, conveying organizational and department goals, providing feedback, and ensuring all know their roles and responsibilities
• Recruitment, retention and training of all early childhood staff
• Oversee the development and management of the childcare budget, and contracts, collaborating with the Executive Director and managing program-specific budgets to ensure our programs have the resources they need to thrive.
• Help to bring The Children’s Foundation’s mission and values to life by building strong partnerships with organizations in the community
• Extensive knowledge of the Early Learning Framework an Inclusive practices and know how to empower staff to effectively implement such principles within our childcare programs
• Balance budgets across all childcare programs. Support Accounting with reconciliation and reporting of childcare finances, follow through with family payments and reimbursements
• Review and or creation of policy and procedures for childcare programs and parent handbooks
• Oversee childcare staffing, wages, auxiliary pool, childcare ratio’s
• Support the launch new childcare centers, leading on all startup functions, including applying for provincial $10 a day program
• Knowledge and experience working with diverse populations, a strong understanding of best practices for working with Indigenous and newcomer populations, grounded in anti-racism principles. A strong advocate for full inclusion.
• Work with childcare staff to improve skills, knowledge and overall training
• Be involved in related childcare committees and tables in the lower mainland
• Advise and support social media presence
• Creation of electronic waitlist system for families

Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience:

• Two-year Diploma in Early Childhood Education with post-basic Special Needs Certificate
• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Psychology
• Diploma in Infant Development and Supported Child Development
• Five (5) years recent related experiences including supervisory and administrative experience. Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
• Proven collaboration, communication and consultation skills
• Experience in an inclusive childcare setting and working directly with children/youth

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of community childcare resources and other community support services.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of adult training principles and demonstrated ability to adapt to a variety of learning styles; knowledge of a growth mindset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of creating respectful, nurturing, and empowering relationships in building a cohesive team
• Proven organization and time management skills are required
• Knowledge and experience working with diverse populations, a strong understanding of best practices for working with Indigenous and newcomer populations, grounded in anti-racism principles. You are a strong advocate for full inclusion.
• Ability to think strategically, set priorities, and plans to achieve goals.
• Ability to manage confidential information and situations in a professional manner
• Demonstrate sound judgement and excellent communication skills (written, verbal)
• Ability to work cooperatively, foster a climate of shared respect, and collaboration in managing
• Ability to adapt to change and embrace new technology
• Competency using a virtual platform, electronic client record system and word processing software

Working Conditions and Provisos:
– Valid BC Driver’s License with reliable vehicle
– Physical ability to carry out duties of the position
– Criminal Record Check required

Benefits include extended health and dental plan, pension plan, flexible working hours and hybrid working conditions, paid sick leave

Please submit a cover letter and resume to withDirector of Inclusive Child Care in the subject line.|

Closing Date: July 22, 2025

We actively encourage applications from individuals who have been historically underrepresented or marginalized, as outlined in the B.C. Human Rights Code. This includes but is not limited to individuals based on factors such as sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, disability, religion, age, and Indigenous identity.

The Children’s Foundation is located on the traditional and unceded territories of the Musqueam (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm), Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7meshÚxwumixw), Tsleil-Waututh (səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ), Semiahmoo, Katzie, Kwikwetlem (kʷikʷəƛ̓əm), Kwantlen, Qayqayt and Tsawwassen First Nations.

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Created on 12/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom