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

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To explore how we might work together,

_we invite you to send in your application and cover letter viacareers@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

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Job Type

Full Time, Permanent

Job Category

Management & Professionals

City

Vancouver

School/Location

Multiple locations