Childcare Supervisor, Level 1, La Renaissance site
Our Children Our Future in Espanola provides a nurturing and inclusive environment focused on holistic child development, empowering children with strong educational foundations and fostering community involvement.
The Childcare Supervisor leads, supports, and mentors childcare teams while ensuring full compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE), as well as OCOF/Nena’s pedagogical philosophy. The ideal candidate is a bilingual professional with strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, who thrives in a collaborative, inclusive, and family-centred environment.
Education required: RECE
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the centre’s day-to-day operations in accordance with ministry regulations and the organization’s policies.
- Prepare and maintain staff schedules to meet required ratios.
- Support and mentor educators in their pedagogical practices, including OCOF/NENA’s Culture of Caring.
- Ensure compliance with licensing standards and respond promptly to inspection recommendations.
- Interact with families: complete registration documents, conduct orientation sessions, keep family files up to date.
- Promote teamwork, manage conflicts professionally, and collaborate with other supervisors.
- Maintain accurate reporting systems and track purchases.
- Work closely with Human Resources on return-to-work plans and performance management.
- Collaborate with community partners to strengthen support services for children and families.
Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Education diploma from a recognized institution.
- Member in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators.
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check – Vulnerable Sector (issued within the last six months).
- Valid Ontario driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certificate & Food Handler certificate (or willingness to obtain it).
- 18 years of age or older.
Regular travel within the service area is required to ensure the smooth delivery of programs, encourage family engagement, attend meetings, maintain community partnerships, and meet the organization’s needs.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lb and perform the following movements: bend, squat, reach, push, pull, sit, walk, and run.
• This position requires a high degree of flexibility.
• Frequent interactions with children, families, and community partners.
• Moderate to high noise level.
• This is a bilingual position requiring proficiency in both official languages (English and French).