Senior Manager, Child Care

Senior Manager, Child Care Vision The Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) is proud to be a significant part of the fabric of publicly funded Catholic education in the province of Ontario. We serve approximately 84,000 students in nearly 200 Catholic schools in the City of Toronto and represent close to 475,000 Catholic school supporters. At the TCDSB, we grow in knowledge, with justice and hope. The TCDSB is an inclusive Catholic learning community that nurtures faith development and academic excellence through the love of God, neighbor, and self. We fully engage students in learning that supports their academic, spiritual, socio-emotional, and physical growth and development. At TCDSB, we have a long and distinguished history of providing excellence in Catholic education for the Toronto community. The Ontario Catholic School Graduate Expectations our Catholic values, and the Board's Pastoral Plans are foundational to our exemplary approach to teaching and learning in the 21st Century. With a staff of 14,000, the TCDSB is a dynamic school board and is seeking a full-time Senior Manager, Child Care within the Early Learning Program department. All interested applicants are welcome to apply, we are an inclusive employer. Key A ccountabilities Reporting to and under the direction of Coordinator Early Learning Program1, the Senior Manager of Child Care Services will be responsible for overseeing all functions related to the TCDSB Early Learning and Care Programs. TCDSB ELP Department supports over 200 Early Learning and Child Care Programs. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Act as a primary contact and liaison person for all operators of Licensed Child Care Centres and Before and After School Programs, Authorized Recreation Programs Provide assistance in coordination, implementation and expansion of all Early Learning and Care Programs in the TCDSB Act as a liaison and serve on committees with the City of Toronto, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Child, Community and Social Services Provide updates on programming and complete Ministry Reports as required Provide leadership, share and promote best practices for Early Years programs across TCDSB Develop and maintain communication materials for website and liaise with multiple TCDSB departments Support use of shared space among school administrators and child care operators and assist in resolving arising issues Work with Renewal Department to facilitate continuation of child care programs during summer renewal project work Collaborate with Capital Department in development of new child care centres by attending school and local design committee meetings to provide input on child care designs Participate with Materials Management in selection of child care operators for new child care centres through Request for Proposals process Prepare reports and communication as required Perform any other duties, as assigned Requirements A relevant University Degree from a recognized university Certificate in Early Childhood Education is an asset Minimum of 4 years responsible, collaborative leadership in early years' programs or community programs Sound knowledge of the legislation and policies governing planning, funding and delivery of licensed child care and early years' programs in Toronto and Ontario Understanding of the operation of school system and school-based programs an asset Proven organization, time management and problem-solving skills Proficiency with a range of current software programs and applications including MS Office Excellent oral and written communication skills, including report writing and presentations Must possess a valid driver's license and vehicle for travel across TCDSB schools (eligibility for mileage reimbursement) Availability to work outside core office hours, as required This is a non-union Level 7 position with a salary range of $ 100,508 - $11 9,511 along with comprehensive benefits including pension plan, vacation, and professional development opportunities. Who We Are Our mission at TCDSB is to inspire learning in every way and support our students and employees. Employees who work in our corporate setting are passionate and have a strong belief in our mission and making TCDSB a leader in public education. We are: Committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Accountable Relationship builders Adaptable People developers we engage, coach, and develop Continuous improvers and innovators; and Team oriented We know and believe that diverse and inclusive teams empower us to make better decisions and inspire continuous improvement so that we can better serve our students, communities, and employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, including but not limited to, those who are Indigenous, Black, 2SLGBTQ+, and racialized. You are invited to voluntarily indicate if you identify as such a person. This information will be kept confidential. The TCDSB is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted. We will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request. Learn more about the TCDSB Fair Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process. https://5il.co/1dkld Our hybrid work model balances working from home and meaningful in-person interaction at our Catholic Education Centre located at 80 Sheppard Ave, E, Toronto, ON. All interested applicants are asked to apply online no later than Wednesday, October 2, 2024 via Apply To Education. We thank all prospective applicants for showing interest in this position; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 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