100 - Head Office - Director, Programs
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Toronto, ON, CA
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Must have
- Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
- Minimum 5 – 7 years in a senior management role with direct experience in Early Childhood Education specifically bringing experience in overseeing multiple layers of management and working with other
- Assets:
- Training in HIGH FIVE®, PHCD or HIGH FIVE® Sport is a definite asset Experience in a not-for-profit environment Brings quality & best practices in early child care Background and education in principl
- Education:
- Degree or Equivalent in Early Childhood Education or related area of study
- Diversity and Inclusion: Family Day fosters a positive inclusive workplace culture, with a workforce that is representative of the families and communities it serves. Committed to the principles of di
- In accordance with Ontario’s hiring transparency requirements, no artificial intelligence (AI) systems are used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.
- Interested candidates may apply by through our website: www.familydaycare.com
- Family Day Care Services is committed to providing a safe environment for children. All applicants will be thoroughly screened using background checks and a review process. In accordance with the Acce
Full description
Put your training, experience and passion for quality Child
Care and Early Learning to work at Family Day
Position Available: Associate Director, Programs, Permanent
Location: Head Office,155 Gordon Baker Rd, Toronto, ON, M2H 3N5
Vacancy Type: New
Start Date: November 2026
About Family Day:
Family Day Care Services is a non-profit, charitable organization with a long and distinguished history of providing high-quality early learning and child care services to children and families throughout Toronto, York and Peel Regions. We are a multi service organization with over 700 employees, providing a broad range of services including: 29 Child Care Centres, 49 Before and After Care programs, 204 Licensed Home Child Cares, 9 EarlyON programs, 2 Homework Plus programs, and Special Needs Resourcing for children and their families living in the Greater Toronto Area.
The Position:
Reporting to the Director, Operations this newly created position is the result of the growth and the increased need for the services of Family Day Care Services across the GTA.
Job Purpose:
The Associate Director, Programs is responsible for the leadership of Family Day’s programs and services. Providing leadership in the co-ordination, planning and delivery of Early Learning and Care programs and services, the successful candidate will oversee Program Managers and Assistant Program Managers.
There are many reasons to work with Family Day:
Family Day Offers:
Competitive compensation
Generous vacation, sick leave and medical appointments
Child Care discount
Discounted GoodLife memberships
Training & professional development funding
Potential for career growth
Employee referral bonus
A positive and diverse work environment
Qualifications and Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Minimum 5 – 7 years in a senior management role with direct experience in Early Childhood Education specifically bringing experience in overseeing multiple layers of management and working with other members of the senior level management team.
Experience with mentoring and grooming teams, and leading change initiatives.
Broad knowledge and experience in Early Childhood Education, child development, and Family Support management methodology. Brings sound knowledge of all relevant legislation, including provincial and municipal policies, procedure and guidelines. Current knowledge of Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA).