CHILDCARE SUPERVISOR

Term: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range $65,320 – $78,000 + Group Benefits and Pension
(Salary Subject to education and/or experience or a combination of both)
The role of the Childcare Supervisor is of utmost importance, as it involves
overseeing the program planning, working effectively with families and
children, connecting with the community, and assuming administrative
responsibilities related to the center’s day-to-day operations. The
Supervisor is responsible for program planning, effective staff
collaboration, working with representatives from the Ministry of
Education, families, and children, connecting with the community, and
managing administrative responsibilities related to the day-to-day
operations of the Childcare Centre. The supervisor is responsible for
providing leadership in keeping with the philosophy of the Early Learning
Framework in Ontario and the Anishinabek of Whitefish River First
Nation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervision
• Responsible for appointing a designated Supervisor when absent and
informing staff accordingly.
• Follow all Whitefish River First Nation policies and procedures and
ensure compliance from all employees within the Childcare centre.
• Assist with developing the strategic plan, mission statement, and
guiding principles of Maamwe Kendaasing Child Care Centre.
Operations
• Maintain day-to-day licensing standards.
• Complete registrations; Set up and maintain children’s files.
• Establish a waiting list based on the policies.
• Participate in planning and annual program review.
• Organize space, equipment, and materials before each fiscal year
and/or special activities and events.
• Encourage Early Childhood Assistants to contribute to curriculum
planning.
• Prepare monthly plan charts and/or schedules.
Human Resources
• At times, assist the HR and Education Manager with the hiring
process.
• Ensure staff schedules are posted in a timely manner.
• Plan and conduct annual staff development.
Communications
• Provide updates to the Education Manager monthly.
• Effectively manage educators’ resources to ensure that they work
as team members, have input into planning, and have opportunities
for improving their professional development.
Maamwe Kendaasing Childcare Centre provides nurturing, stimulating, and developmentally appropriate education to the children who attend it. The Anishinabek Culture and the
Language are vital to program planning. Whitefish River First Nation Financial
• Ensure the Whitefish River First Nation’s financial policies are followed and adhered to.
• Monitor the yearly budget by verifying monthly expenditures per the General Ledger.
• Secure approval for purchases outside the budget and approval limit parameters.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain the annual operating budget based on policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Health & Safety
• Ensure that all responsibilities under the OHAS Act are always adhered to.
• Comply with WHMIS legislation at all times.
*For a complete Job Description, please email: hrmanager@whitefishriver.ca
Qualifications:
• Early Childhood Education Diploma or degree.
• Strong supervisor skills with at least two (2) years of related work experience.
• Must possess experience with administrative duties and reporting.
• Registered College of Early Childhood Education members must be in good standing.
• Current First Aid & CPR Certificate.
• Knowledge of CCEYA, ELECT, “How Does Learning Happen?”, and Childcare Licensing Manual.
• Basic accounting knowledge would be an asset.
Skills:
• Knowledge of office procedures.
• Budget development and financial and organizational management are essential assets.
• Computer knowledge, including Excel, Word, CCLS, and the Children’s Services website.
• Proven leadership, conflict resolution, and motivational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to manage and prioritize time and work in a high-traffic environment with distractions and
interruptions.
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external agencies.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of the protection of privacy and confidential information.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with all community members.
• Ability to understand and follow written guidelines, policies, and procedures.
*Must provide an up-to-date Police Vulnerable Sector Screening Check upon hire.
**Open Until Filled**
Interested applicants must submit a current resume, cover letter, two (2) work-related references, one (1) character
reference (with contact information), and applicable education diplomas/certifications. These documents can be submitted via email to

jobapplications@whitefishriver.ca or by fax to (705) 285-4532.
CONFIDENTIAL: CHILDCARE SUPERVISOR
Whitefish River First Nation
17-A Rainbow Ridge Road, P.O. Box 188; Birch Island, ON P0P1A0
Email: jobapplications@whitefishriver.ca Fax: (705)285-4532
Miigwetch to all who apply; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted