Our Children, Our Future/Nos enfants, notre avenir (OCOF/Nena) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of children, families, and communities through inclusive, impactful programs and services. Rooted in values and guided by long-term vision, OCOF/Nena operates with a clear focus on positive social change, professional excellence, and sustainable growth.
Why Should You Join OCOF/Nena?
We are committed to supporting our staff with meaningful benefits and a positive, inclusive work environment. When you join our team, you will benefit from:
- Annual Salary Grid Raises
- 50% discount on child care fees (and priority placement on childcare waitlist)
- Comprehensive Benefit Package including: dental, drug, vision and extended health care coverage (paid by the employer)
- Group RRSP Contributions (paid by the employer)
- Paid floater, sick and bereavement Days
- Paid professional development
- And more!
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Director, Child Care Services & Pedagogy, the Child Care Supervisor is responsible for the overall leadership, operation, administration, and quality of operations at an assigned child care site. The Supervisor provides operational leadership, guidance, and support to educators and support staff while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, inclusive, and compliant early learning and child care programs in accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), the College of Early Childhood Educators Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, OCOF/Nena’s Program Statement, and organizational policies. The Supervisor plays a key role in fostering employee engagement and success, promoting a positive workplace culture, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring exceptional experiences for children and families.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Operational Leadership & Site Management
· Child & Family Engagement
· Employee Supervision, Coaching & Development
· Regulatory Compliance & Administration
· Financial & Resource Management
· Community Partnerships & Collaboration
· Organizational Leadership & Continuous Improvement
The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, along with a commitment to fostering inclusive, child-centred learning environments, supporting employee success, and delivering high-quality programs and services.
Qualifications & SKILLS:
1. Education & Certificates
· Post-Secondary Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) from a recognized institution;
· Registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) and in good standing;
· Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C (or willingness to obtain);
· Current Food Handlers (or willingness to obtain);
· Current Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (within 6 months);
· Current valid Ontario class “G” driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle (required).
2. Experience
· Minimum three (3) years of child care experience in a licensed child care environment.
· Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, mentoring, or team coordination experience.
· Strong knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), licensing requirements, and the College of Early Childhood Educators Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice.
· Experience supporting employee performance, program quality, and regulatory compliance is considered an asset.
3. Skills
· Strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
· Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and support staff development
· Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
· Ability to exercise sound judgement while managing competing priorities and making effective decisions in a dynamic operational environment.
· Strong administrative and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and organizational information systems
· Strong understanding of child-centred and inclusive learning practices
· Ability to work collaboratively with families, community partners, and multidisciplinary teams
Additional considerations:
· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and competing demands.
· Regular travel within the service area is required to support program operations, family engagement, meetings, community partnerships, and organizational needs.
· Ability to lift and carry up to 16 kg (40 lbs); including frequent bending, floor play, cleaning, and room setup/take-down.
· Regular cleaning and sanitization duties in accordance with organizational policies and health and safety requirements.
· Flexibility to respond to operational needs as they arise.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application to:
Attention: Donna Whitmore, Director of Child Care Services & Pedagogy
Subject Line: Child Care Supervisor, Level 2 - CVDCS Site
By Email: [email protected]
This posting is for an active vacancy, and will remain open until the position is filled.
Equity, Accessibility & Recruitment Transparency:
Our Children, Our Future/Nos enfants, notre avenir (OCOF/Nena) is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive, diverse, and accessible workplace. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQ+, and differently abled individuals, as well as members of equity-deserving communities.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodation is available throughout the recruitment and selection process. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs known in advance.
This recruitment process may use automated tools or artificial intelligence to support application screening and candidate review. These tools do not replace human decision-making in the hiring process.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $61,425.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Application question(s):
- Do you have your diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and are registered with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) and in good standing?
Work Location: In person
