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- Child care service managers

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.
(a)   Tasks include -
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 care for children in before-school, after-school, day, and vacation care centres;
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 centre is a safe area for children, staff and visitors;
reviewing and interpreting government codes, and developing procedures to meet codes (e.g., concerning safety and security);
monitoring children’s progress and conferring with parents or guardians;
preparing and maintaining records and accounts for a child care centre;
recruiting and evaluating staff and coordinating their professional development.

Child care service managers