What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor–Dasmesh Early Learning Centre position at Dasmesh Punjabi School?
Job Posting: Supervisor–Dasmesh Early Learning Centre
Location: Abbotsford, BC Position Type: Full-Time
Start Date: As soon as possible
We are proud to announce the launch of the Dasmesh Early Learning Centre, a licensed group childcare program for children aged 30 months to 5 years, located on the same campus as the top-ranked Dasmesh Punjabi School. We are seeking an experienced ECE Supervisor to lead operations, pedagogy, and centre development. This role is ideal for a collaborative, values-driven leader who combines strong licensing knowledge with a deep commitment to high-quality, play-based early learning.
This is a rare opportunity to shape a new centre rooted in excellence, cultural inclusion, and holistic child development.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with BC Child Care Licensing Regulations and all health & safety standards
- Provide pedagogical leadership aligned with the BC Early Learning Framework
- Recruit, mentor, and supervise ECE staff to foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture
- Implement a responsive, play-based curriculum aligned with the Montessori approach, supporting cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual development
- Foster meaningful family partnerships and strong community engagement
- Oversee enrolment, staffing, budgeting, scheduling, and documentation
- Build systems, policies, and operational processes to support sustainable growth
- Collaborate with DPEA leadership to align the Centre's vision with the broader educational community
- Valid BC Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certificate
- Must meet BC requirements for Responsible Adult / Supervisor under licensing
- Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience in a licensed childcare setting
- Demonstrated experience supervising and mentoring educators
- Strong knowledge of the BC Early Learning Framework
- Experience with licensing inspections and regulatory compliance
- Current First Aid (Child Care) and Criminal Record Check
- Experience in culturally responsive or Sikh faith-based programming
- Punjabi language skills
- Experience opening or scaling a new childcare program
- Be part of a reputable educational community with over 40 years of excellence in K12 education.
- Shape the foundation and direction of a new, purpose-driven childcare program.
- Work in a supportive, culturally respectful, and faith-aware environment where your leadership makes a lasting impact.
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
- Opportunity for professional growth and long-term leadership within the Dasmesh Punjabi Educational Association network.