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Early Childhood Educator

Overview

MANITOBA MÉTIS FEDERATION

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR
January 31, 2024
Posting #23-14-012 (REPOSTED)

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the National Government of the Red River Métis - also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are Canada’s Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.
The MMF seeks to fill multiple full-time and casual Early Childhood Educator (II/III) positions within our Child Care Centres in the following locations: Dauphin, Swan River, St. Eustache, and St. Laurent. The Early Childhood Educator’s primary responsibility is the care and education of children, as well as assisting in delivering Métis-specific programming and curriculum.

Qualifications

Job Duties/Competencies:
• Maintain a learning environment that is positive, relaxed, pleasant, nurturing, and supports Métis specific curriculum;
• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy learning environment;
• Develop opportunities for children to become stewards of the local environment;
• Support children’s attempts to resolve their problems and differences with others;
• Encourage children to express their feelings and assert their rights in socially acceptable ways;
• Respond to incidents and handle emergencies appropriately if they occur;
• Maintain program equipment and assist in light housekeeping and cooking duties;
• Attend monthly staff meetings to discuss the progress and challenges of children and centre and other discussions as necessary.
Skills and Qualifications:
• ECE II/III Diploma or other recognized training by MB ELCC;
• Minimum of two years’ experience as an Early Childhood Educator or relevant role with demonstrated ability to deliver programs and services;
• Experience working with children with additional support needs;
• Knowledge and ability to implement effective positive guidance techniques, using the Circle of Security Approach;
• Valid 1st Aid/CPR Certification;
• Circle of Security Certificate an asset;
• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check, Criminal Record Check, and Child Abuse Registry Check;
• Knowledge of Métis culture, heritage, and language an asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.

Contact

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation.
Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number. This position is open until filled.
The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date. Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.
Preference will be given to qualified Métis applicants and they are encouraged to self-identify on their cover letter. The MMF encourages internal applicants to apply for career opportunities within our Government.
MMF Human Resources Department
300-150 Henry Ave
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7
Email to: jobs@mmf.mb.ca
Fax to (204) 947-1816

All our job postings can be found at: www.mmf.mb.ca.

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