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Early Childhood Education Practicum Coordinator and Instructor
Oxford International Halifax CentrePosted 1 weeks ago
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Job Description
Early Childhood Education Practicum Coordinator and Instructor
Application Deadline: 1 June 2026
Department: Academic
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Oxford International Halifax Centre
Compensation: $52,000 / year
Description
Job Purpose
The Practicum Coordinator is responsible for coordinating student practicum placements within the Early Childhood Education program. This role serves as the primary liaison between students, practicum host sites, faculty, and community partners to secure, confirm, and monitor quality practicum experiences that align with program outcomes and regulatory requirements. The Practicum Coordinator ensures placements are completed efficiently, professionally, and in accordance with institutional policies and timelines.
Please note that this role will turn into a shared Practicum-Coordinator and Instructor Role, where 20 hours of this position are dedicated to placement coordination and 16 hours is dedicated to classroom instruction with the lead instructor of the program, and 4 hours for any additional tasks.
This job will first start out as 20 hours/week focusing on the Practicum-Coordinator responsibilities. From September 1, it will transition to the full-time role as co-ordinator and instructor.
Please note that this role will turn into a shared Practicum-Coordinator and Instructor Role, where 20 hours of this position are dedicated to placement coordination and 16 hours is dedicated to classroom instruction with the lead instructor of the program, and 4 hours for any additional tasks.
This job will first start out as 20 hours/week focusing on the Practicum-Coordinator responsibilities. From September 1, it will transition to the full-time role as co-ordinator and instructor.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate and assign student practicum placements with licensed childcare centres, schools, and community partners.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with practicum host sites.
- Track student eligibility requirements, documentation, and practicum records.
- Teach and assess ECE courses using inclusive, student-centered instructional practices.
- Monitor student progress and provide academic advising and performance feedback.
- Maintain attendance, grades, and student records.
- Support student orientations, graduations, and day-to-day program operations.
- Ensure compliance with Nova Scotia Department of Education and Early Childhood Development regulations, Private Career Colleges Division requirements, and institutional quality standards.
- Contribute to curriculum updates and continuous program improvement.
Person Specifications
Legal status
- Eligibility to work in Canada
- Clear background or criminal record check
Qualifications
- Degree or Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Level 2 or 3) Classification
- ECE Early Learning classroom experience: 4 years
- English
Experience and knowledge
- Experience in Office Administration, or related field
- Experience coordinating schedules, placements, or partnerships
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, email communication, spreadsheets, and database management
- Knowledge of professionalism and confidentiality within educational settings
- Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Previous experience with practicum coordination and/or advisement
- Train the Trainer Certification/Adult Education Certificate (Desirable)
- Previous Career College or Post-Secondary experience (Desirable)
Disclaimer
This job description is provided as a guide to the role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive description of duties and responsibilities and may be subject to periodic revision.
As part of our recruitment process, we use AI-enabled technology to assist with tasks such as application screening and process administration. These tools are designed to support fairness and consistency, and human reviewers make all final decisions.
Oxford International is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Recruitment checks, including checks with past employees, are undertaken in accordance with our Recruitment and Selection policy.
Oxford International is an equal opportunity employer. Every applicant and employee has the same opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status
If you require accommodations at any point during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected]
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible.