Supervisor, Early Years & Child Care

Brampton, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 10, 2026
1 position

$105,754–$132,193 / year

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Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Apply by: Oct 20, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 2 days per week

Job summary

The supervisor leads a team to implement and support the Early Years and Child Care system, ensuring regulatory compliance and program quality. They are responsible for managing staff performance, overseeing funding allocations, and collaborating with community partners to meet regional strategic goals.

Job details

Overview Supervisor, Early Years & Child Care Human Services - Early Years and Child Care Services Status: Regular Full Time Salary Range: Non Union Salary Band I Hiring Range: $105,754 per annum-$118,974 per annum (plus comprehensive benefits and vacation accrual) Work Mode: Hybrid, 2 Onsite days per week which can increase based on operational needs. Travel within the Region of Peel is required *see below for more details about this work mode. Why Peel? Join Us: https://ow.ly/RQM650Y9uUgWho we are: Early Years and Child Care Services (EYCCS) plans, oversees, funds and manages a wide range of services intended to help families and children in Peel access safe and affordable childcare and receive the supports they need to thrive. As the region’s service system manager, our goal is to shape an inclusive, accessible, affordable, high-quality and accountable early years and childcare system that supports parental choice and promotes child growth and development, making Peel a community for life. Reports to: Manager, Early Years System In this role you will Supervise 4 Early Years Specialists What you will do in this role: The Supervisor leads a team that support the economic viability of the Early Years System in Peel. The Supervisor is accountable to implement evolving service supports to Peel’s Early Years and Child Care (EYCC) System. The portfolio the Supervisor will be responsible for is Early Years and Child Care System where they work in partnership with service providers to support high-quality programs and services for children and families. Supervise a team of staff who support regulatory requirements and service delivery standards through policy and program development, direct community involvement and support of evolving early years and child care system plans and evolving provincial and local funding and program policies Responsible for hiring, coaching, motivating, developing job objectives, disciplining, managing performance and assigning/delegating work to staff within the section Supports mandated role of service manager to assist providers to further strengthen their capabilities in relation to matters such as governance, financial/operational management and the planning and delivery of programs and services Works within the parameters of the provincial policies and guidelines to support compliance with various acts, regulations and program standards Provides subject matter expertise and operational supports for various Provincial and local EYCC funding programs including Fee Subsidy and Special Purpose funding opportunities including policy development, technology, application reviews and allocations, funding recommendations and onboarding of new agreements with providers Collaborates with various community agencies and other partners to build the integrated capacity of service providers, implement quality enhancement, capacity building initiatives that support early years staff in delivering high quality and inclusive programs and implementation of Provincial and local policies and priorities Implements EYCC system priorities in accordance with the Regional Strategic Plan and other community plans, with a view to providing a continuum of supports and holistic integrated services Assists in the collection of information/data required for business performance measures, performance targets and overall operational objectives for the Early Years System Resolve issues, such as centre closures, shares transfers, asset sales, emergency situations, complaints escalated from reporting staff, clients and providers as they emerge Prepares reports, briefing notes and related written communication, as requested Responds to Councillor inquiries and complaints ensuring information is accurate and delivered within acceptable time frames Accountable for liaising with internal partners who share service system manager responsibilities and overseeing work that supports EYCC service system management to ensure it is conducted in accordance with provincial and local requirements and supports the ongoing transformation of the EYCC system to meet the changing needs of families and providers in Peel Recommends funding allocations and distribution, in line with provincial and local policies, to support overall economic viability of service providers Provides input on the sectional budget Represents the Region of Peel on various internal and external Committees and events related to early years and child care What the role requires: A satisfactory Level 1 Criminal Record Check obtained directly from a police station (third-party background checks will not be accepted). A Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education or within the Human Services field plus five years of related work experience Three years of direct leadership or supervisory experience Thorough knowledge of legislation that directs and supports the delivery of Human Services programs and services such as the Child Care and Early Years Act, the Child and Family Services Act, the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Not-for-Profit Corporations Act Demonstrated knowledge of the changing nature of the EYCC system, as it impacts the transitioning roles and responsibiities of service managers, EYCC providers and agencies and ability to proactively reconfigure program requirements to support overall economic viability Working knowledge of best business practices of non-profit boards and owner-operator businesses Strong ability to collaborate with community partners, agencies, parents, other levels of government and service providers Sound judgment and critical thinking abilities Effective decision making skills in order to provide recommendations or conclusions Professional acumen and ability to manage sensitive and politicaly charged issues issues using tact, diplomacy and political acuity Demonstrated ability to foster a holistic approach to customer service as it relates to the support of stakeholders, clients and direct reports with the ability to present information in a sensitive and effective manner Combination of education and experience may be considered Skills/Abilities: Familarity with operational budgets Excellent communication skills Strong facilitation and presentation skills with the ability to deliver information to to a wide range of audiences Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and evaluated trends to inform planning. Working knowledge of project management methodology, financial management, overall economic viability and planning skills Knowledge of various technology systems used to support the delivery of Human Services and EYCC programs and services Effective time management and organiziational skills and the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple and agile priorities Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision benefit plan including psychological health, effective start date Automatic enrolment into OMERS pension plan Accrue Vacation on a monthly basis starting at 3 weeks per annum 3 Paid personal days and floating holidays Flexible hours supporting your wellness and wellbeing Annual performance review and merit increases based on performance Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion Access to tuition reimbursement and learning and development resources Be bold. Think big. Join us. Work Mode & Job Location: In this role, you’ll benefit from the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that prioritizes meaningful in-person connection. A minimum of two days per week on-site is expected, with additional in-person presence as operational needs evolve. This arrangement allows for a blend of in person and hybrid work that adapts to support both organizational priorities and employee flexibility and is subject to change over time. It's important to note that your off-site work location must be within the province of Ontario. This ensures that we're compliant with all regulations and policies.The Region of Peel offers job based flexible hours of work that allows employees to manage personal and professional responsibilities while at the same time ensures business operational needs and customer service expectations are achieved. Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology Kindly ensure to regularly monitor your spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding your application may be directed there. If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line. About Us Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon. Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses. We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible. A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life. Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region. Additional Information Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a degree or diploma in Early Childhood Education or a related Human Services field, along with five years of experience and three years of leadership. A thorough knowledge of relevant legislation, such as the Child Care and Early Years Act, is required.