Director of Early Learning & Development

Ivy Prep-Early Learning Academy has an opportunity for an experienced Director of Early Learning & Development to join our growing team. We are seeking a dynamic and visionary individual to lead our childcare program, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and education that supports children's development and learning. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and interpersonal skills, inspiring and guiding a team of educators while fostering a respectful, professional, and collaborative workplace culture.

At Ivy Prep early learning Academy, we believe that every child is full of potential, like a seed ready to grow. Our mission is to provide a nurturing, inspiring environment where children develop confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love for learning.

Located in West Edmonton, Ivy Prep is more than just a childcare center—it’s a place where children are encouraged to explore, discover, and flourish. With a curriculum rooted in Alberta’s FLIGHT framework and enriched with literacy, numeracy, and hands-on experiences, we create meaningful learning opportunities that set the foundation for future success.

We understand the importance of a child’s early years, which is why we’ve designed a space that fosters creativity, independence, and resilience. Our team of dedicated educators partners with families to ensure each child receives the care, guidance, and opportunities they need to thrive.

At Ivy Prep, we don’t just prepare children for school—we empower them for life.

The Director's primary goal is to ensure the delivery of a responsive, high-quality program that supports children’s development and learning. They will oversee all aspects of the childcare program, including hiring and managing staff, maintaining compliance with regulations, and supporting educators in implementing an emergent curriculum with intentional learning outcomes.

Our incentive plan rewards performance, innovation, and dedication, aligning individual and team contributions with company success. Through performance-based incentives, we foster a results-driven culture that supports employee growth and organizational excellence.

• Diploma or Degree in Early Childhood Education from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• A Degree in Human Resource Administration or a related field, with an emphasis on child development, is an asset.
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in the childcare field, including program planning in emergent curriculum, administration, financial management and staff supervision.
• Child Development Supervisor Certificate (Level
  3) required.
• Valid First Aid/Child Care Certificate approved by Alberta Child Care Services.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing policies, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with childcare regulations.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
• An innovative and forward-thinking mindset, with the ability to develop creative solutions, adapt to changing needs, and implement new strategies to enhance childcare services.
• Visionary leadership to set and achieve goals for high-quality care and educational programming.
• Sound judgment, dependability, and accountability in decision making.
• Commitment to fostering a respectful, professional, and collaborative workplace culture.
• Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills, with a growth mindset to navigate challenges.
• Dedication to professional ethics and continuous learning, with a willingness to pursue leadership training.
• Completion of FLIGHT Curriculum Framework training. (or willingness to complete within the first six months).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Criminal record check,…