Director, Early Learning Centre

Who we are

Children are at the front and centre of what we do; they are the foundation of our purpose and the basis for our evidence-driven strategy. Our mission is to transform the lives of children, youth and their families by developing and delivering innovative, research-based mental health and early learning programs. At the Child Development Institute (CDI), we are passionate about helping our communities’ most vulnerable members and their caregivers.

Recognized as a leader and model for measurement-based impact, we are client-centred, family-centred, and data-informed. We are a place where professionals grounded in mental health, care, and well-being of infants, children and youth come together in collaboration, learning and inclusion. As a multiservice organization delivering social, emotional, and behavioural counselling services, early childhood education, learning disabilities and mental health services, and family violence services, we address the whole person from when they begin their life.

Who we need

We are seeking a Director to lead our Sherbourne Early Learning Centre (ELC) team in providing exceptional care and education for young children. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and administration of the ELC, nurturing a joyful, safe learning environment for children, inspiring and guiding the work of staff, and ensuring compliance with all regulations and legislated standards.

In this role, you will:

• Ensure compliance with all regulations and legislated standards, including Ministry of Education Licensing standards and Toronto Public Health guidelines.
• Create and nurture a safe, healthy, supportive environment for children, staff, and families.
• Develop effective strategies to engage families and community partners.
• Provide robust, reflective, and responsive leadership, including recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating assigned staff.
• Manage operations to ensure the safety and financial viability of the Early Learning Centre.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and ensure timely repairs of equipment.

What you bring:

• A diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education and an Early Childhood Management-Leadership certificate.
• Experience in an early learning/childcare setting, including experience supporting or directly leading staff.
• An in-depth understanding of early child development and pedagogy.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite and familiarity with child care management applications.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Other Requirements:

• Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Credential verifications and references are required.

Join us.

If you want to be part of our vision to make a measurable lifelong impact on the mental health and well-being of children, youth and their families, join us.