Child care service managers plan, direct, and coordinate and evaluate the provision of care for children in before-school, after-school, vacation and day care centres and services.
Skill level:
Skilled
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- Salary range for the majority of workers in Child care services managers - from $2,532 to $8,161 per month - 2024.
- A Child care services managers typically earns between $2,532 and $4,895 gross per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between $2,871 and $5,646 per month for a working week of 40 hours.
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Tasks and duties
- Developing and implementing programs to enhance the physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children
- Establishing and monitoring budgets and determining allocation of funds for staff, supplies, materials, equipment and maintenance
- Overseeing and coordinating the provision of care for children in before-school, after-school, day, and vacation care centers
- Directing and supervising child carers in providing care and supervision for young children
- Managing physical facilities and making sure all buildings and equipment are maintained to ensure the center is a safe area for children, staff and visitors
- Reviewing and interpreting government codes, and developing procedures to meet codes (eg, concerning safety and security)
- Monitoring children’s progress and conferring with parents or guardians
- Preparing and maintaining records and accounts for a child care center
- Recruiting and evaluating staff and coordinating their professional development
