Working hours: 36 hours per week, 32 hours instruction & 4 hours marking.
Job Purpose
The ECE Instructor – ECE Program will support the Program Manager – ECE Program to oversee and be responsible for all Academics, Compliance, and Management of the ECE Program; Manage or Assist with recruitment where applicable; and Support or manage any other Activities or Projects for OIEG North America as assigned
General
- Uphold Oxford International rules, regulations, policies, procedures and standards at all times
- Assist the owners and directors with the day-to-day operations of Oxford International
- Assist with administrative functions outside of the realm of education delivery when necessary
- Maintain current knowledge and skills as they relate to industry trends, issues, programs, etc.
- Ensure all correspondence receives a response within one business day
- Meet budget and expense management requirements and policies at all times
- Cooperate with other staff to meet goals and deadlines outside of this job description
Business and Corporate Functions
- Support with the key elements of the ECE Business Plan and budget accordingly as they pertain to the role
- Participate in any association work on behalf of the company when necessary or required if applicable
ECE Operations - General
- Ensure successful day-to-day operations of the ECE program
- Ensure all inquiries/emails receive a response within one business day
- Ensure the premises are maintained in accordance with Oxford International Quality Standards; tidy and clutter free.
ECE Operations - Human Resource Management
- Provide leadership within the ECE program
- Help ensure new ECE staff have a welcoming onboarding process
ECE Operations - Quality & Compliance
- Support Senior Directors in ensuring all necessary associations, accreditations, licenses, civic, state, national, and international registrations, filings, other compliance requirement registrations are kept up-to-date, followed, and enforced for the ECE program
- Liaise with Labour and Advanced Education and ECE Program Advisory Committee as required to stay current with rules and requirements
- Ensure OI complies with all ECE program standards and PCC regulations as outlined by the departments.
- Ensure proper measures are maintained to safeguard all students, staff, clients, and partners
- Participate in any Association work on behalf of the Company when necessary or required
- Ensure all Oxford International Quality Standards are adhered to at all times
- Ensure all OI service and academic quality standards are adhered to at all times.
- Communicate collaboratively and pro-actively with internal and external program stakeholders.
Coordinate and monitor student work placements, as required.
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ECE Operations - Academic Program
- Ensure execution and quality of classes in compliance with ECE curriculum and our online platform
- Assist with management and updating of ECE curriculum as required, in coordination with relevant Senior Directors
- Provide theoretical, practical instruction/advisement, in accordance with the Nova Scotia Childcare Regulations, Nova Scotia Pre-Primary Program regulations and OI’s Early Childhood Education Curriculum.
- Plan and prepare instructional materials and resources that use a variety of teaching methods to promote student success.
- Create an environment that is conducive to learning and student development.
- Ensure students from diverse ethnic and language backgrounds are welcomed and supported.
- Contribute to a healthy, secure, and safe learning environment both in class and during placements.
- Maintain records of student attendance, grades, lab, and/or homework assignments.
- Build and sustain professional relationships with students, colleagues, community partners, and other stakeholders.
- Monitor students’ progress in the classroom and placement settings.
- Provide 1:1 student performance counselling/feedback sessions and advising students regarding academic matters
- Ensure implementation of school rules and regulations
- Ensure counselling of students in accordance with school guidelines
- Ensure fair and timely management of student disputes
- Ensure appropriate management of student discipline issues
- Actively assist with execution of student orientations and graduations
- Ensure appropriate certificates granted to graduating students
- Help ensure instructor resources, equipment, materials, and supplies are maintained and updated as required and in accordance with the school budget
- Ensure “wow” moments for students take place on a regular basis
Legal status
- Eligibility to work in Canada
- Clear background or criminal record check
Qualifications
- ECE Level 2 OR 3 Classification
- English
- Train the Trainer Certification/Adult (Desirable)
- Education Certificate (Desirable)
Experience and knowledge
- Leadership role: 2 year
- ECE Early Learning classroom experience: 4 years
- Career College experience (Desirable)
- Adult Education (Desirable)
Skills and Abilities
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum, and current ECE practices
- Ability to connect theory to real-world practice
- Basic proficiency with learning platforms (LMS), email, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
- Experience teaching ESL/international learners (Desirable)
- Coaching, mentoring, and constructive feedback skills (Desirable)
- Ability to teach in-person, hybrid, or online formats (Desirable)
Personal qualities
- Integrity and professionalism
- Accountability
- Encouraging and motivating attitude
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Organized and dependable
- Curious and reflective mindset (Desirable)
- Openness to feedback (Desirable)
- Innovative and creative thinker (Desirable)
- Lifelong learner attitude (Desirable)
- Strong commitment to inclusion and diversity (Desirable)
This job description is provided as a guide to the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive description of duties and responsibilities and may be subject to periodic revision.
As part of our recruitment process, we use AI-enabled technology to assist with tasks such as application screening and process administration. These tools are designed to support fairness and consistency, and human reviewers make all final decisions.
Oxford International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Recruitment checks, including checks with past employees, are undertaken in accordance with our Recruitment and Selection policy.
Oxford International is an equal opportunity employer. Every applicant and employee has the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status
If you require accommodations at any point during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected]
Oxford International Education Group is a renowned institution dedicated to providing exceptional educational experiences to international students. With a global presence and a commitment to academic excellence, we strive to empower students to achieve their full potential and thrive in a dynamic, interconnected world. We are proud of our culture and have recently been officially certified as a Great Place to Work ©!
