RECE Supervisor

Pluto Day Care is seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to join our leadership team as a Centre Supervisor.

As a Centre Supervisor, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and daily operation of one of our childcare centres. This role plays a key part in ensuring a safe, high-quality learning environment for children while supporting educators, building strong relationships with families, and maintaining compliance with all applicable legislation and licensing requirements.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who is passionate about leadership, mentorship, and delivering exceptional early learning experiences.

Leadership & Staff Management

As Centre Supervisor, you will:

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of educators and support staff.

• Foster a positive, professional, and collaborative workplace culture.

• Create and manage staff schedules, including vacation, absence, and break coverage.

• Conduct staff performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and support.

• Organize and facilitate regular staff meetings.

• Support employee growth through mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Operations & Administration

You will be responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance with all applicable legislation and regulations, including:

  • Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA)

  • Occupational Health & Safety Act

  • Public Health regulations

  • Fire Code requirements

  • Employment Standards legislation

  • Privacy legislation

• Maintaining accurate enrolment, attendance, waitlist, and child records.

• Completing administrative reporting and fee submissions.

• Coordinating daily centre operations and staffing needs.

• Supporting classroom programming and ensuring alignment with Pluto Day Care's philosophy and standards.

• Managing supply staff and operational coverage requirements.

Family & Community Engagement

You will:

• Build strong, respectful relationships with children and families.

• Conduct centre tours and support enrolment growth.

• Respond to parent inquiries and concerns professionally and effectively.

• Prepare newsletters and centre communications.

• Develop positive relationships with community agencies and partners.

Centre Management

Additional responsibilities include:

• Monitoring and maintaining staffing ratios at all times.

• Supporting classrooms and educators when operationally required.

• Identifying and responding to changing program and community needs.

• Managing inventory and ordering classroom and centre supplies.

• Collaborating with senior leadership and other Pluto Day Care Supervisors to ensure consistency and excellence across all locations.

Wage

Salaried position starting at $68,000 per year.

This wage is inclusive of applicable wage enhancements.

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE)

• Registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (RECE)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a licensed childcare setting

• Valid First Aid & CPR certification

• Strong knowledge of childcare licensing and regulatory requirements

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

The following are considered strong assets:

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience

• Early Childhood Administration or Supervisor training

• Experience working within a multi-site childcare organization

• Familiarity with CCLS (Child Care Licensing System)

• Experience using Google Workspace (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms)

  
  

Skills & Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong leadership and team management abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Effective problem-solving and decision-making capabilities

• Exceptional organization and attention to detail

• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• A commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality childcare

Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:

• Dental care

• Extended health care

• Life insurance

• Vision care

• On-site parking

• RRSP matching

Location & Schedule

Pluto Day Care operates three childcare centres within the Waterloo Region, including two locations in Kitchener and one location in Waterloo.

This position may be assigned to any Pluto Day Care location, with the specific centre to be determined based on organizational needs.

Occasional attendance at evening meetings, training sessions, professional development opportunities, or community events may be required.

• 8-hour shifts (Supervisor's typically work 6:30am - 3:00pm)

• Day shifts

• Monday to Friday

• No weekends

Join Our Team

At Pluto Day Care, we believe great childcare starts with great leadership. If you are an experienced RECE who is passionate about supporting children, mentoring educators, and building strong relationships with families, we would love to hear from you.