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!
Responsibilities:
The Lead Educator Level 1 plays a key role in guiding curriculum implementation, supporting team development and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all children and families and upholds the mission and values of OCOF/Nena.
Qualifications & SKILLS:
1. Education & Certificates
· Diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) with current good standing registration in the College of Early Childhood Educators;
· Current Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check (within 6 months)
· Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C
2. Experience
· Minimum 6 months experience working in a childcare facility.
3. Skills
· Early Childhood Education & Curriculum Planning - Strong knowledge of CCEYA and How Does Learning Happen?
· Leadership – Capacity to model best practices and support professional support among team members
· Conflict Resolution
· Communication – strong verbal and written communication
· Relationship Building – active listening, family engagement, professional collaboration
· Health, Safety & Compliance
· Organizational & Administrative Skills – time management, attention to detail, technology use, multi-tasking
· Professionalism & Continuous Learning – commitment to ethical practice, adaptability, commitment to professional growth, and commitment to cultural competency.
Additional considerations:
· Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
· Ability to do the following: bending, stooping, stretching, squatting, pushing, pulling, sitting, walking, and running.
· This position requires considerable flexibility.
· Requires some evening and weekend work for training and events.
· Interaction with children, family members, and community partners.
· Noise level can be moderate to loud
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your application to:
Attention: Tyler Hore, Site Supervisor Little Current
Subject Line: Lead Educator Level 1, Little Current
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: From $29.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Childcare assistance
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Do you currently hold a diploma in Early Childhood Education (ECE) with current good standing registration in the College of Early Childhood Educators?
Work Location: In person
