Shift Lead (Childcare

Position: Shift Lead (Childcare)
Are you passionate about seeing a community where every child has a place to be cared for in times of need? Bring that passion to Kids Kottage Foundation!

About us:

Established in 1995, Kids Kottage is a charitable organization that provides
24/7 care and shelter for children aged 0-10 who cannot safely remain at home during times of crisis.

The Opportunity:

Wednesdays to Saturdays(40 hoursper week)– rotating schedule ofevenings (12:30pm-10:30pm) one weekand days (7:15am-5:15pm) the other week.

All childcare positions arerequiredto work one weekend shift per week.

The Shift Leadis responsible for providing on-floor leadership,focusing onhigh-quality childcare practices, and supporting smooth day-to-day program operations. This role includes weekly planning for developmentally appropriate activities, acting as thefirstpointof authority for decision-makingduring assigned shifts, coaching and mentoring front-line staff, andparticipatingin the on-call rotation. The Shift Lead models professionalism,demonstrates strong knowledge of child development, and ensures that the environment is safe, inclusive, and engaging for children.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develops and posts weekly activity plans aligned with child development principles and early learning frameworks.

Acts as the on-floor leader during the shift, responding to immediate issues, and staffing needs; and escalating matters to leadership when appropriate.

Attendsthedaily routines of children (feeding, toileting, bathing) and supervises children during playtime,mealsand naptime, modellingdevelopmentallyappropriatepracticesincludingtrauma-informedandchild-centered approaches.

Delegates tasks effectively tomaintainsafe ratios, supervision, and workflow.

Communicates shift updates, incidents, and relevant information to supervisors and team members.

Supports staff with behavior guidance, risk assessments, and crisis management.

Promotes a collaborative, respectful work environment.

Attends shift-leadteammeetings,contribute toprogramplanning,and ensure consistency across team members.

Implementsqualitychildcareactivitiesin alignment with the Kids Kottage Practice Framework.

Responds to crisis calls and supports admissions and discharges as needed.

Qualifications:

Certificate or diploma in Early Learning & Child Care, Child and Youth Care, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Minimum 1–2years’experience in a licensed childcareor child/youth program.

Provides andmaintainsclear Police Information Checks with Vulnerable Sectorand Child Intervention Record Checksaccording to policy and procedures.
** Please note that as per our accreditation standards, an employment offer cannot be made until we receiveboth checks(dated within the last six monthsof anticipated start date).

Ability toparticipatein the on-call rotation toprovideafter-hours guidance, problem-solving, and staffing support(1 week every 5-6 weeks).

Core Competencies:

Child Development Knowledge:  Comprehensive knowledge of child development, early learning principles, and effective behaviour guidance strategies.

Communication

Skills:

Exceptional communication abilities for building positive relationships with children, families, and team members.

Leadership:  Strong leadership skills, including effective delegation, sound decision-making, and skilled conflict resolution.

Proven coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to provide supportive, constructive feedback.

Problem Solving &Adaptability:  Calm, organized, and solution-focused approach, especially in high pressure or rapidly changing situations.

Advanced problem-solving skills, with strong judgment and situational awareness.

Child Centered &Trauma Informed:  Understanding of trauma informed care and culturally responsive practices, ensuring inclusive and supportive environments.

Temporary home that provides 24-hour care for children 10 and under.

Benefits & Remuneration:

The hourly range for this position is $25.00 to $29.00 per hour, based on education and experience.

Comprehensive, competitive, extended health benefits packageforfull-time positions of 30 hours a week or more.

At Kids Kottage Foundation, we believe that justice, equity,diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission of protecting children, supporting caregivers, and strengthening families. We are committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment where all children, caregivers, staff, and community members feel valued,heardand empowered.

We encourage all candidates who self-identify as members of the following designated groups: women, visible minorities, Indigenouspeoplesand persons with disabilities to apply. If yourequireany accommodations throughout the recruitment process, please contact hr

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