Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) Supervisor

Job summary

The RECE Supervisor oversees day-to-day nursery operations, supports and guides staff, and ensures programs meet Ministry of Education licensing standards. They are responsible for planning age-appropriate curriculum, maintaining safety, and fostering positive relationships with children and families.

Job details

Belvoir Cooperative Nursery School See more positions Business Location: Mount Brydges, Ontario Position Type Full Time (Permanent) Category Childcare Work Place Location: In Person Hours The days of work may vary, with hours scheduled between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Flexibility in scheduling is required, as the Supervisor may be required to work various shifts within these hours. Apply By October 16, 2026 at 12:00am Job Description Position Overview We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and dedicated Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to join our team in a Supervisor position. The RECE Supervisor will play an important leadership role within our nursery and before-and-after school programs. The successful candidate will help oversee the day-to-day operations of the program, support and guide staff, build positive relationships with families, and ensure that our programs provide safe, engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate experiences for children. The Supervisor will work collaboratively with the team to ensure that all programming and practices meet Ministry of Education requirements, licensing standards, and Belvoir Co-operative Nursery School’s policies and values. This is a great opportunity for an experienced RECE who is looking to take on a leadership role within a supportive, collaborative, and dynamic child-care environment. Key Responsibilities Plan, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate programs for children in accordance with the Early Learning Framework and licensing requirements Provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for all children Observe, document, and assess children’s development and learning Foster positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues Support children with diverse needs, including those with special requirements Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing standards Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development Health, Safety & Licensing Ensure the program operates in compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), Ministry requirements, health and safety standards, and licensing regulations. Maintain appropriate supervision of children at all times. Ensure required documentation, attendance records, incident reports, and other program records are completed accurately and on time. Promote a safe, clean, inclusive, and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff. Education Post Secondary Education Experience Required Qualifications & Requirements Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) designation in Ontario. Previous experience working in a child-care or early learning environment. Previous supervisory, leadership, or team-lead experience is an asset. Strong understanding of child development, play-based learning, and inclusive practices. Knowledge of the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA) and Ministry of Education requirements. Ability to plan and implement creative, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning experiences. Strong leadership, communication, organization, and teamwork skills. Ability to work independently while also supporting and collaborating with a team. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners. Current CPR Level C and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before start). Valid Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (CRV/VS). Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Reliable transportation is required. Compensation And Benefits Salary to be established in accordance with the candidate’s education, experience, leadership abilities, and demonstrated qualifications How to Apply You must be logged in to access this information. Please login or create an account. If you need assistance with resume writing or access to computers/internet, please connect with our Community Employment Choices (CEC) office, at 16 B Second Street, in Strathroy, or by phone at 1-888-478-2111 ext. 200. These services are free as CEC is an Employment Ontario Service Provider, a non-profit agency providing free service to job seekers and local employers through Employment Ontario provincially funded programs. Offering employment and training programs in our community since 1994, CEC's mission is to support businesses and job seekers in meeting the labour market needs of Middlesex County with: job training information, career planning, job search support, job placement opportunities and incentives, as well as referrals to community resources. See more job opportunities

What you’ll do

The RECE Supervisor oversees day-to-day nursery operations, supports and guides staff, and ensures programs meet Ministry of Education licensing standards. They are responsible for planning age-appropriate curriculum, maintaining safety, and fostering positive relationships with children and families.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) designation in Ontario and possess experience in a child-care or early learning environment. Additional requirements include current CPR/First Aid certification, a valid Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, and legal entitlement to work in Canada.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Leadership
• Child development
• Play-based learning
• Inclusive practices
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Problem-solving
• Decision-making
• Program planning
• Staff supervision
• Health and safety compliance
• Documentation
• Relationship building
• First aid
• CPR

Job areas

• Education
• Management & Leadership
• Social Services