About the Opportunity

PSC Preschool Canada Early Learning Academy is seeking an experienced, organized, and motivated Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) Supervisor / Child Care Director to support the opening and ongoing operations of our Barrie Campus. The successful candidate will provide strong day-to-day leadership, promote a positive team culture, and help ensure a protected, welcoming, inclusive, and high-quality early learning environment for children and families.

Our programs follow an emergent curriculum informed by children’s interests, strengths, and developmental needs.

The Supervisor/Director will guide educators in implementing responsive, play-based programming while maintaining compliance with applicable Ontario childcare requirements.

Campus Operations and Licensing Compliance

 Oversee daily childcare operations, classroom readiness, routines, and overall program quality.

 Maintain compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 (CCEYA), Ontario Regulation 137/15,applicable Ministry of Education requirements, and campus policies.

 Ensure staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, supervision practices, and staffing coverage meet licensing requirements throughout the day.

 Coordinate licensing documentation, inspections, required postings, records, and follow-up on identified action items.

 Oversee health, safety, sanitation, emergency preparedness, medication administration procedures, and allergy/anaphylaxis plans in collaboration with staff.

 Ensure incidents, accidents, and serious occurrences are documented, reported, and followed up on in accordance with applicable requirements and procedures.

Regulatory Authorities, Inspections and Public Health

 Serve as the primary on-site contact for the Ontario Ministry of Education, local Public Health unit, Region of Simcoe, fire officials, and other applicable regulatory or municipal authorities, and in coordination with Head Office.

 Coordinate and participate in licensing, Public Health, fire safety, and other required inspections; provide requested records and support inspectors during site visits.

 Ensure inspection findings, recommendations, compliance orders, and corrective actions are documented, communicated to Head Office, and addressed within required timelines.

 Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable childcare legislation in accordance with PSC Head Office

 Prepare and maintain accurate inspection-ready documentation, including staff records, attendance and ratio records, cleaning and kitchen logs, emergency procedures, allergy and medical plans, and required postings.

 Communicate professionally with regulatory representatives regarding inquiries, complaints, incidents, and follow-up requirements, and escalate significant matters promptly to Head Office.

Staff Leadership and Scheduling

 Lead, coach, and mentor RECEs, ECAs, and support staff through regular communication, classroom visits, and constructive feedback.

 Prepare staff schedules, coordinate breaks and coverage, and respond to absences while maintaining required ratios.

 Support staff onboarding, orientation, training, performance discussions, and professional development.

 Promote teamwork, professionalism, confidentiality,



and consistent implementation of campus policies and procedures.

 Address staff concerns promptly and escalate employment or operational matters to Management as appropriate.

Curriculum and Program Quality

 Guide educators in planning, implementing, and documenting emergent, inclusive, play-based learning experiences.

 Support the use of How Does Learning Happen? and ELECT to strengthen responsive interactions and reflective practice.

 Review classroom environments, program plans, observations, and documentation to ensure activities reflect children’s interests and individual needs.

 Collaborate with families, educators, and community professionals to support children requiring additional developmental or inclusion supports.

Hands-On Classroom Support and Daily Routines

 Step into classrooms as needed to provide direct supervision and support, including covering staff breaks, absences, transitions, and unexpected staffing needs while maintaining required ratios.

 Participate in classroom routines when providing coverage, including welcoming children, supervising play, supporting meals and snacks, assisting with toileting and handwashing, preparing rest areas, and supporting transitions.

 Model responsive interactions, positive behaviour guidance, inclusive practices, and appropriate health and safety procedures while working directly with children.

 Assist with practical daily campus duties when required, including setting up and distributing meals and snacks, preparing food-service areas, washing and sanitizing dishes and surfaces, and keeping kitchen spaces organized.

 Follow food-handling, allergy and anaphylaxis, sanitation, and safe food-service procedures; ensure kitchen responsibilities are assigned to appropriately trained staff where required.

 Help with opening and closing routines, room setup, cleaning and disinfecting shared materials, restocking supplies, and preparing classrooms for the next part of the day.

 Balance hands-on classroom and kitchen coverage with supervisory duties, delegating tasks appropriately and ensuring the campus continues to operate safely and smoothly.

Family Communication and Administration

 Build respectful relationships with families and respond professionally to inquiries, concerns, and feedback.

 Support enrollment, orientation, transitions, attendance tracking, and accurate child and family records.

 Communicate operational updates and important program information to families and staff in a timely manner.

 Maintain organized records, complete administrative reports, monitor supply needs, and coordinate with Head Office on campus priorities.

 Help maintain a welcoming campus presentation and ensure classrooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces are safe and well maintained.

Financial Oversight, Family Billing and CWELCC





 Oversee family billing and invoicing processes, ensuring tuition fees, payment schedules, adjustments, credits, and outstanding balances are recorded accurately and communicated professionally.

 Review enrollment, attendance, and fee information for accuracy and coordinate timely corrections with Head Office and the accounting team.

 Monitor financial administration related to the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) system and applicable Region of Simcoe funding requirements, agreements, reporting deadlines, and eligibility criteria.

 Work alongside the accountant and Head Office to reconcile billing records, support funding submissions, review financial reports, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

 Maintain organized supporting documentation for parent fees, subsidies or funding where applicable, enrollment records, and regional reporting, while protecting confidential financial information.

 Communicate with the Region and other authorized partners, as directed, to clarify financial reporting requirements and help ensure the campus meets applicable funding and compliance obligations.

 Flag financial concerns, unusual variances, overdue accounts, and potential non-compliance to Management and the accountant for review and appropriate follow-up.

Qualifications and Requirements

 Diploma in Early Childhood Education from a recognized institution; additional education in leadership, child development, or administration is an asset.

 Current registration in good standing with the College of Early Childhood Educators (CECE) is required.

 Minimum 3 years of experience in a licensed childcare setting, including at least 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience, preferred.

 Strong knowledge of the CCEYA, Ontario Regulation 137/15, Ministry of Education licensing requirements, How Does Learning Happen?, ELECT, and emergent curriculum.

 Experience with childcare enrollment records, family invoicing, financial reconciliation, or CWELCC/municipal funding administration is an asset.

 Demonstrated ability to lead a team, organize schedules, manage competing priorities, and resolve concerns professionally.

 Excellent verbal and written communication, documentation, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

 Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification, or ability to obtain before beginning duties.

 Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check and required health/immunization documentation in accordance with applicable requirements.

 Ability to reliably commute to the Barrie Campus and work a flexible schedule aligned with operational needs.

 Food Handlers Certificate

 Able to lift/move between 10 pounds – 80 pounds

Join Our Barrie Team

If you are an experienced RECE leader who is passionate about supporting educators, partnering with families, and delivering high-quality early learning programs, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and cover letter for consideration.

PSC Preschool Canada | www.preschoolcanada.com

Pay: From $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- On-site parking

Experience:

- RECE : 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- College ECE # (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 RECE Director (Barrie)
🏢 PSC Academy
📍 Barrie