Supervisor/Early Childhood Educator
Overview
MANITOBA MÉTIS FEDERATION
SUPERVISOR/EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATOR
July 10, 2025
Posting #25-14-008
The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the democratically elected National Government of the Red River Métis, also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are a distinct Indigenous Nation and People, and Canada's Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba.
The MMF seeks to fill one full-time Supervisor/Early Childhood Educator position within our Michif Children’s Place Childcare Centre located at 525 Main Street South in Dauphin, MB. This is a term position set to end on December 4, 2026. The Supervisor/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 Red River 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 Diploma or other recognized training by MB ELCC;
• Minimum of one years' experience as a Child Care Supervisor or relevant role with demonstrated ability to deliver programs and services;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Effective listening skills;
• Dependable, reliable, and punctual;
• 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 Red River Métis culture, heritage, and language an asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.
Company Information
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 Red River 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: [email protected]
Fax to (204) 947-1816
All our job postings can be found at: www.mmf.mb.ca.