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POSITION: Assistant Director - Full Time -1 Year Term ORGANIZATION: Yellowknife Day Care Association

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

LOCATION: Yellowknife, NT

DEADLINE TO APPLY: December 1, 2025

ABOUT THE YKDA AND THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ROLE

The Yellowknife Day Care Association serves the community of Yellowknife by providing high-quality early childhood education through developmentally and culturally appropriate, play-based, inclusive programming. The Assistant Directors responsibilities include:

●       ensuring the safe operations of the YKDA facilities and the safety of its staff and Members;

●       communicating with parents, staff, and external partners and service providers; and

●       assisting the Executive Director with various administrative tasks.

The Yellowknife Daycare operates in a new (2018) purpose-built facility with a dedicated staff room, full commercial kitchen, nine classrooms, an office, and three outdoor play areas that serve up to 104 children 1 to 4 years old. YKDA also manages a separate building with 30 afterschool children 4 to 8 years old.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

The successful applicant will have a combination of relevant education and experience and demonstrate these along with the following competencies in their cover letter and resume:

●       Completion of post-secondary education program in relevant field

●       Competency with Microsoft Office and Google Drive

●       Strong verbal and written communication skills

●       Strong financial management skills

●       Interpersonal, time management and organizational skills

●       Cultural awareness

●       An understanding of relevant legislation and best practices in early childhood education

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The YKDA offers a competitive benefits package and salary, ranging from $36.50-$42.00 per hour in addition to support for professional development. Salary is based on ELCC Wage grid qualifications and experience.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit their cover letter and resume to:

Attn: Lauren Hanley

RE: YKDA Assistant Director Via e-mail:  ED@ykda.ca

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.

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