Before and After School Educator – Permanent

Welcome to Oxford; Woodstock; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provincial Wage Enhancement

CWELCC Workforce Funding

Job summary

Welcome to Oxford is seeking a dedicated Before and After School Educator for permanent placement in Woodstock. The role covers care before school (approx. 6:45am–9:00am) and after school (approx.

2:45pm–6:00pm) with summer camp hours during July and August. The successful candidate will work with children aged 3.8 to 13 years, follow program statements and licensing requirements, and maintain confidentiality and safety under Good Beginnings.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (RECE) or CYC required.
• Standard First Aid, including Infant and Child CPR (Level C).
• Current Police Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check acceptable to Good Beginnings.
• Immunization records up to date per Ministry of Education and Southwestern Public Health.
• Ability to work at multiple Before/After School locations in Woodstock, Tavistock and Ingersoll.
• Experience in child care or school-age settings preferred; licensed child care experience is a plus.
• Plan and implement activities based on children's needs and interests.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Before and After School programming for children (ages 3.8 to 13).
• Follow program statements, confidentiality, and board policies; comply with CCEYA regulations.
• Plan activities aligned with children's interests and needs.
• Collaborate with team to ensure safety, communication, and quality care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Reliability and flexibility

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Early Childhood Education (RECE)

Child and Youth Care (CYC)

Ontario College of ECE membership (if applicable)

Currently studying in above fields

Job description

Hours:
Monday – Friday, split shift: 6:45am – 9:00am and 2:45pm – 6:00pm (27.5 hours per week)

Apply by:
September 28, 2026 at 11:18am

Vacancy Type:
New Position

Job Description

Before and After School Educator – Permanent

START DATE: September 2026

SCHEDULE:

• School Year Schedule: Monday – Friday, split shift: 6:45am – 9:00am and 2:45pm – 6:00pm
• Summer Camp Hours available in July & August (Permanent Position)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Before and After School Program Educator, oversees child care programming for before school hours(approx. 6:45am – 9:00am), and for after school hours (approx. 2:45pm – 6:00pm). The successful candidate will provide care for children (3.8 years to 13 years of age) in a group setting under the direction of Good Beginnings. They will follow the Program Statement, Confidentiality Agreement, policies established by the Board of Directors, and regulations under the Child Care and Early Years Act.

We are seeking to fill Before and After School Age positions with reliable, friendly, and engaged individuals. Prior to starting the position, the successful candidates will be required to comply with all applicable licensing requirements:

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education (RECE), Child and Youth Care (CYC) (formerly Child and Youth Worker), and students studying in the above fields are also welcome to apply.
• A member in good standing with the Ontario College of Early Childhood Educators (if applicable)
• Standard First Aid, including Infant and Child CPR Certificate (Level C)
• Current Police Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Check, acceptable to Good Beginnings
• Up-to-date Immunization Records required by the Ministry of Education and Southwestern Public Health
• Ability to work at various Before/After School locations throughout Woodstock, Tavistock, and Ingersoll
• Previous experience working within a child care or school age environment is required, with preference on experience working in a licensed child care environment
• Plan and implement activities based on the children’s needs and interests
• Excellent communication skills - written, oral, listening and non-verbal
• Works as a co-operative and respectful member of the team
• Adhere to all licensing requirements as set out by the Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), 2014
• Adhere to all policies and procedures as established by the Board of Directors of Good Beginnings
• Must be reliable and flexible to arrive on time forscheduled shifts, including those that may begin before public transit is available
• Familiarity with the following curriculum/resources would also be an asset: (1) How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years and (2) Child Care and Early Years Act

Compensation and Benefits

RATE OF PAY:

• RECE (Registered Early Childhood Educator): Starting Wage: $24.95/hr and $26.95/hr after probation
• Non-RECE: Starting Wage: $21.95/hr and $23.95/hr after probation
• *Please note the Rate of pay includes the Provincial Wage Enhancement and the CWELCC Workforce Funding

If you need assistance with resume writing or access tocomputers/internet, please connect with our Community EmploymentServices (CES) Oxford, at 40 Metcalf Street, in Woodstock, or by phoneat [phone] . These services are free as CES Oxford is anEmployment Ontario Service Provider, a non-profit agency providingfree service to job seekers and local employers through EmploymentOntario provincially funded programs. Offering employment andtraining programs in our community since 1994, CES Oxford’s mission isto create opportunities, via programs and support, for theempowerment of individuals.