Little Cubs Learning Centre – Port Elgin, ON

Full time | Non-Ratio Leadership Role

Little Cubs Learning Centre is a large licensed early learning community serving Saugeen Shores. We are a Reggio Emilia–inspired organization grounded in the belief that children are competent, capable, and full of potential.

As we thoughtfully expand into a second location, we are seeking a steady, confident, and operationally strong Supervisor to lead daily centre operations with clarity, structure, and independence at our primary location in Port Elgin.

This is not a classroom role.
This is a leadership seat.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a mature leader who thrives in structure, takes ownership of decisions, and values operational excellence.

You will oversee daily centre operations, ensure compliance precision, support staff accountability, and protect the integrity of our Program Statement and licensing standards.

You will work alongside a Pedagogy Lead who oversees curriculum and documentation. Your focus will remain on operational stability, regulatory excellence, and consistent team leadership.

You will report directly to the Director and operate within a clearly defined governance framework.

What This Role Owns

Operational Leadership

- Oversee daily staffing and scheduling
- Maintain ratio compliance at all time
- Ensure organized, calm, and consistent centre operations
- Proactively troubleshoot and resolve issues independently

Licensing & Regulatory Excellence

- Maintain accurate documentation and compliance records
- Ensure full adherence to CCEYA and Ministry requirements
- Prepare for and lead licensing inspections confidently




- Monitor and uphold health and safety standards

Staff Leadership & Accountability

- Conduct structured 1:1 meetings and quarterly observations
- Provide coaching while maintaining professional boundaries
- Address performance concerns clearly and confidently
- Foster a culture of respect, accountability, and professionalism

Family Relations

- Serve as first point of contact for day-to-day operational matters
- Resolve routine matters independently
- Communicate professionally and with clarity
- Conduct facility tours as required

Decision Ownership

- Make operational decisions confidently within scope of authority
- Escalate only when strategic input or approval is required
- Present recommended solutions when consulting with Director

Who This Role Is For

We are seeking someone who:

- Is emotionally steady under pressure
- Is comfortable making sound decisions independently
- Maintains strong professional boundaries
- Values structure, consistency, and clear systems
- Can manage staffing changes without becoming overwhelmed
- Thrives in a growing organization
- Refers to policy and established systems when making decisions
- Understands that leadership requires maturity, discretion, and consistency





This role is best suited for a leader who is comfortable stepping into a dynamic environment and bringing consistency, clarity, and stead direction.

Qualifications

- Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) in good standing with the College of ECE
- 3-5 years experience in a licensed childcare setting
- 1-3 years leadership or supervisory experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of CCEYA and Ontario licensing requirements
- Standard First Aid & CPR-C certification (current)
- Vulnerability Sector Check (current)

What We Offer

- A clearly defined governance and authority structure
- A collaborative leadership team (Director + Pedagogy Lead)
- Professional development support
- Extended health benefits
- RRSP match plan
- Participation in the Little Cubs Stripes Pathway (our employee growth and lifestyle enhancement program)

Why Join Little Cubs?

We are building more than a centre; we are building a structured, systems-driven organization grounded in strong leadership, thoughtful growth, and high standards.

If you are ready to take operational ownership within a structured, accountable, and steadily growing environment, we invite you to apply.

Pay: $28.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site childcare
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Port Elgin, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

- Supervising: 1 year (preferred)
- RECE : 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- ECE Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Registered Childcare Supervisor (min 3 years experience) (Port Elgin)
🏢 Little Cubs Learning Centre
📍 Port Elgin