Early Learning Manager

**Stz’uminus Education Society** We provide learning opportunities for all ages, from infancy through to elder years, through our dynamic and integrated programs: Nutsuumat Lelum, Stz’uminus Primary School, Stz’uminus Community School, Post-Secondary & Continuing Education, Land-based Learning, Year 13/adults, Career Planning and job readiness. **Position summary** SES is looking for an Early Learning Manager. This position will support staff, children and the community through planning and developing age- appropriate programs to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional develop according to Nutsumaat Lelum’s program statement and philosophy.__ **The position** · Implement the NML strategic plan, ensuring alignment with SES’s goals and values. · Foster a trauma-informed, supportive learning environment that meets a child’s academic and emotional needs. · Lead the implementation of the Early Learning Framework and Action Plan · Ensure efficient operations of the site, managing daily activities and resources to support an optimal learning environment. · Responsible for compliance with Child Care Licensing Regulations in BC · Ensure that center facilities and programming are safe for children and respect the rights of all children. · Manage and oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of childcare centers, including helping to cover staff absences. · Coordinates the support services for children with Special Needs, this includes discussion with parents, referrals to support services, follow-up and ongoing support.**__** · Ensure programs follow the Coast Salish Cultural calendar and are inclusive of the Hulquminum language · Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with early learning community groups, support agencies, licensing bodies and organizations · Consults with other agencies, professionals, community support services and Early Intervention Services as required · Responsible for performance management, training and professional development to staff members as required · Address work related issues and concerns of NML staff · Build and maintain strong relationships with families, Elders, and community members, encouraging them to be active participants in the school community. · Work with community early learning partners in collaboration with Education Director · Completing or assisting in the completion of funding applications upon request · Prepares and submit quarterly reports on the development of Childcare for appropriate funding agencies · Conducts regular staff meetings · Coordinate and implement emergency plan for facility, children and staff · Additional tasks assigned by Education Director or designate **What you bring** · Degree/Diploma in Early Childhood Education would be preferred · Current registration with the BC Early Childhood Educators if ECE qualified · Minimum five years of experience in childcare or a related field, including knowledge of techniques for typically developing children as well as children with special needs. · Experience in a K-12 Educational setting would be an asset. · Demonstrated understanding of the BC Early Years Framework and childcare licensing regulations · Experience managing childcare centers would be an asset. · Experience in leading and supervising staff · Demonstrated superior organizational, management, leadership, communication and human relations skills · Working knowledge of office procedures and standard office equipment including personal computers and office software. · Ability to understand basic accounting and financial functions to manage budgets · Valid First Aid certificate as required by Childcare Licensing ** _ _** **_To explore how we might work together,_** _we invite you to send in your application and cover letter via**careers@stzuminus.com** _ **_Deadline of application is May 15, 2025_** _(only that shortlisted will be contacted for an interview)_ Posted On April 23, 2026 04:42 PM EST/EDT Closing Date & Time Ongoing Openings 1 * * * Job Type Full Time, Permanent Job Category Management & Professionals City Vancouver School/Location Multiple locations