Careers at OCCC

As part of a team, the Home Child Care Consultant recruits and retains eligible independent home child care providers for affiliation with the agency. Consultants provide mentoring, support, monitoring and compliance verification. Caseloads range across Oxford County. HCC Consultants are a liaison between providers and families and promote positive, collaborative relationships. 

Skills and Abilities: 

• Superior communication skills including building open, collaborative relationships, offering presentations and learning opportunities, providing feedback and reflective conversation 
• Strong understanding of home business practices including relevant codes and legislation 
• Strong mentoring and coaching skills 
• Strong observation and documentation skills 
• Knowledge and ability to communicate requirements of the Child Care and Early Years Act 
• Knowledge of adult learning principles would be an asset 
• Knowledge of child development, best practices, guidance strategies, nutrition, special needs and community resources 
• Knowledge, understanding and practical application of How Does Learning Happen? and other provincial pedagogical documents 
• Strong computer skills in MS Office, cloud-based applications, and a keen business sense
  

Required:

• A diploma or degree in Early Childhood Education
• Registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators, Ontario 
• A minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience in a licensed child care setting
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Current First Aid and CPR-Level C
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract
• Reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance
• Administrative experience is an asset
   

Hours:

• This is a full-time opportunity for 35 hours/week. 

Candidates must be able to work flexible hours including occasional evenings, weekends or split shifts. Additional hours may be necessary. Candidates must be able to regularly and immediately travel within Oxford County and occasionally travel outside of Oxford County.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume and a letter of interest to: employment@oxfordccc.ca  

 

 We are recruiting for an awesome School Age Supervisor!

Overview:

This position is responsible for mentoring and supervising staff in the planning and implementation of a high quality, developmentally appropriate program that enhances children’s development in all domains and in accordance with program philosophies and legislation requirements. They act as a role model and provide an emotionally supportive environment with ongoing support and guidance. The position evaluates the program and staff, ensuring compliance with the Child Care & Early Years Act and OCCC program standards. 

Hours:

• Full time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday. 
• Additional hours required as needed. 
• Weekly schedules will include a minimum of 3 split shifts, up to 5 split shifts based on program needs each week. 
• Evenings may be required for meetings, special events, etc. . 

Qualifications:    

• ECE Diploma and registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators
• Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience, 3 years preferred
• Demonstrated Leadership abilities  
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C 
• Current Food Handler’s Certificate 
• Clean driving record with own vehicle and appropriate insurance
   

Skills:

• Knowledge, understanding and practical application of How Does Learning Happen? And other provincial pedagogical documents 
• Meet and maintain all requirements of the Child Care & Early Years Act, 2014 
• Strong knowledge of child development, special needs, behavior supports, nutrition and community resources; keeps current 
• Organized with excellent interpersonal skills 
• Superior observation and documentation skills 
• Strong mentoring and coaching abilities 
• Collaborative communication skills 
• Computer skills – MS Office, cloud-based applications
  

Location:  Oxford County - various locations.

Rate: $26.09 base + $2 WEG + $0.91 CWELCC for a total of $29.00

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume and a letter of interest to: employment@oxfordccc.ca  

 We are recruiting for an incredible French speaking RECE for the Garderie located at: 700 Bristol St, Woodstock, Ontario, N4T 0E4

Language: ​Fluent in French required, Fluent in both French and English preferred

Hours:

• Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Shifts will vary to accommodate needs of service
• Must be available to work all shifts, including split shifts

Qualifications:

• ​ ​ECE diploma and registration with College of ECE’s
• Knowledge of and commitment to How Does Learning Happen?
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
• ​French speaking

Skills:

• ​Organized with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong child and adult engagement skills​
• Able to make thoughtful decisions
• Regular lifting of up to 40lbs is required

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume and a letter of interest to: employment@oxfordccc.ca  

 We are recruiting for an incredible RECE for our Ingersoll Children’s Centre located at: 24 Raglan St, Ingersoll, ON N5C 1P9

Hours:

• Full Time, 35 hours per week
• Shifts will vary to accommodate needs of service. 
• Must be available to work all shifts. 

Qualifications:

• ​ ECE diploma and registration in good standing with College of ECE’s
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C
• Obtain a clean criminal reference check with vulnerable persons screening

Skills:

• Knowledge of and commitment to How Does Learning Happen? 
• Organized with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong child and adult engagement skills
• Able to make thoughtful decisions 
• Regular lifting of up to 40lbs is required. 

Rate:

$21.36 hourly base rate + $2.00 WEG & $2 CWELCC = $25.36 per hour! Comprehensive Benefit Package 

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume and a letter of interest to: employment@oxfordccc.ca  

We are recruiting for awesome School Age Educators for our before and after school programs.

These positions are for 25-26 hours per week, split shift, with full days on PD Days, March Break and Summer.

You have:

• Registration in good standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators (preferred)
• CYW, BEd, Child and Family Studies graduates also considered
• Experience with children from 3.8 to 12 or are looking to start your career with a great agency
• Current First Aid and CPR Level C
• Able to work split shifts 6:45am to school start and school end to 5:30/6:00pm
• School Age positions work full days on PD Days, March Break and Summers
• Able to lift a minimum of 40lbs
• New graduates welcome! 

It would be great if you also had (but it’s not necessary to start!):

• Current Food Handler’s Certificate
• Recent Professional Learning

We will support you to:

• Plan and implement a high quality program using How Does Learning Happen?
• Participate and support children to create an inclusive environment
• Build relationships and engage children’s interests
• Understand and adhere to regulations and policies
• Work collaboratively as part of a team and communicate regularly
• Complete all administrative tasks and daily routines

In return, we offer our employees:

• A competitive hourly rate plus the wage enhancement grant (as applicable).  
• $21.36 + $2 WEG + $2 CWELCC
• The non-RECE rate is $19.19 + $2 WEG.
• A comprehensive benefit package (minimum of 1300 hours annually to qualify …. All of our school age positions are eligible for benefits!)
• Company Pension Plan
• Lots of professional learning opportunities
• And … a great work environment that focuses on developing amazing staff!

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a resume and a letter of interest to: employment@oxfordccc.ca