▲3%
C$22.84
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
/ hour
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (CAD)
10%
CA$19.32
MEDIAN
CA$22.84
90%
CA$29.11
The average hourly pay for a Daycare Director is C$22.84
Hourly Rate
C$19 - C$29
Bonus
C$976 - C$8k
Total Pay
C$40k - C$67k
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What is the Pay by Experience Level for Daycare Directors?
What Do Daycare Directors Do?
Daycare Director Tasks
- Oversee day-to-day operations including human resources, quality assurance, and facility operations.
- Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate daycare employees to ensure optimal center operations.
- Manage the financial aspect of business by creating budgets and ensuring that those budgets are realistic and adhered to.
- Act as liaison between staff and families, providing high-quality customer service.
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Common Health Benefits for a Daycare Director
Medical
48%
Dental
44%
Vision
28%
None
52%
Gender Breakdown for Daycare Directors
Female
87.5%
Male
6.3%
Prefer to self-define
6.3%
This data is based on 16 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
FAQs About Daycare Directors
What is the highest pay for Daycare Directors?
Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Daycare Director is CA$29.11 / hour
What is the lowest pay for Daycare Directors?
Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Daycare Director is CA$19.32 / hour
How can Daycare Directors increase their salary?
Increasing your pay as a Daycare Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Daycare Director that oversees more junior Daycare Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.