Director of Daycare and Preschool Education
Are you our Director of Daycare and Preschool Education?
OurProsserman JCC Daycare and Preschool Education Centre, situated on themagnificent Sherman Campus in North York (Bathurst/Sheppard majorintersection), is one of our flagship JCC programs, licensed for 245 childrenfrom infant to JK/SK across 12 classrooms in our state-of-the-art facility. Ourdedicated educators provide a safe, nurturing, warm, professional and enrichedlearning experience infused with Jewish values and experiential learning,guided by Sheva, the ELECT framework and How Does Learning Happen?
Weare looking for a dynamic, hands-on and expert Director to lead the day-to-dayeducational quality, operations and management of the centre. Workingcollaboratively with the Senior Director of JCC ECE Centres, you will ensurethe centre meets its licensing requirements, reflects the JCC’s vision andstrategic priorities, and delivers educational excellence for every child andfamily.
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Department | Other |
| Location | Sherman Campus |
| Wage | $80,000–$85,000 annually plus comprehensive benefits and perks |
| Application Deadline | November 5, 2026 |
The Jewish Community Centre (JCC) is more than just a workplace—it’s a vibrant hub of culture, connection, and community. As one of the largest engagement platforms in the Greater Toronto Area, we offer a diverse range of programs, including arts, fitness, education, daycare, summer camps, and more. With a bold goal to triple our community engagement by 2026, we are on a transformative path to become the beating heart of Jewish life in the region. Join us in shaping the future of the JCC experience for 75,000+ people annually!
Programand Educational Leadership
- Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of an integrated Jewish, developmentally appropriate curriculum grounded in Sheva, the ELECT framework and How Does Learning Happen?
- Ensure consistent, high-quality practice across all classrooms through regular observations, constructive feedback, mentoring and professional development.
- Partner with families and the Parent Teacher Group, providing timely, responsive communication and resolving concerns promptly.
- Support children, families and staff in their Jewish journeys through meaningful learning experiences and holiday celebrations.
StaffingManagement
- With HR and the Senior Director, oversee recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling and performance management, including annual reviews.
- Provide hands-on leadership to the Assistant Director, educators, assistant teachers, Hebrew teacher and specialty program providers, with clear expectations and accountability.
- Maintain productive labour relations by liaising with union representatives and applying the Collective Agreement consistently.
- Strengthen staff engagement and retention, and work with the Joint Health and Safety Committee to keep the workplace healthy and safe.
Budget,Operations and Compliance
- Hold accountability for Ministry licensing, City of Toronto, Public Health, health and safety and AQI requirements, including inspection readiness and follow-up.
- Develop staffing plans that meet Ministry ratios and cover breaks, vacations and program needs, and oversee smooth daily operations with the Assistant Director.
- Manage expenses within the approved budget, review monthly variances and recommend corrective action.
- Work with the City of Toronto on subsidy agreements, and with the Director of Admissions and Operations on enrolment, capacity and waitlists.
Leadershipand Collaboration
- Foster a respectful, inclusive, collaborative and professional environment for children, families and staff.
- Keep the Senior Director informed and consult on significant staffing, parent, licensing and budget matters.
- Collaborate with Camp, Programs, JCC Sports and Membership to connect daycare families with the broader JCC, including as children transition out of the centre.
- Drive continuous improvement in program quality, the family experience and the centre’s overall effectiveness.
- Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in good standing – required
- Administrative experience in a licensed childcare or early childhood education environment
- Strong knowledge of the CCYEA and Ministry licensing requirements
- Experience with union collective agreements an asset
- Knowledge of ELECT and How Does Learning Happen?
- Leadership, supervisory, Lead RECE, or coordination experience is an asset
- A passion for holistic, child-centred early learning
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Creativity and experience supporting a hands-on Reggio style learning environment
- A natural ability to coach, support, and bring out the best in others
- A warm, collaborative, and hands-on leadership style
- An appreciation for Jewish culture, values, traditions, and connection to Israel
Wewelcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodationis available upon request throughout all stages of the hiring process and willbe provided wherever possible. Please submit your resume to Lia Baird,HR Generalist, at lia@srcentre.ca no later than November 5, 2026.
Weappreciate your application; however, we will only be contacting the candidateswe wish to interview.
Don’tself-select out if you’re missing a bullet point or two of this job descriptionfrom your resume. We are open to candidates of all backgrounds and arecommitted to cultivating a diverse and inclusive team. If this job descriptionenergizes you, let’s talk. The JCC does not use AI in hiring selection.