2026-088 | Early Childhood Educator II

Mount-Carmel-Clinic; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Carmel Clinic is seeking an Early Childhood Educator (ECE) II to join a team of ECEs and Child Care Assistants. The role focuses on delivering developmentally appropriate programming, assessing each child’s needs, and fostering a safe, engaging learning environment.

Qualifications include ECE II/III classification from the Manitoba Child Care Program and current Infant/Child First Aid & CPR. Requires a minimum of 2 years’ childcare experience and strong documentation skills.

Qualifications

• ECE II or ECE III classification from the Manitoba Child Care Program.
• Current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with/caring for children in a childcare facility.
• Demonstrated understanding of child development theory and principles and ability to apply it in practice.
• Experience supervising and engaging children through daily routines and play.
• Ability to use a range of child development approaches to optimize each child’s experience.
• Experience identifying and managing risks to ensure child safety.
• Experience managing behavioral issues per policies.
• Experience documenting information regarding children and families following standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver age-appropriate programming to all children in the program.
• Assess each child’s needs and plan activities promoting development.
• Foster a clean, safe environment that supports learning.
• Collaborate with a team of ECEs and Child Care Assistants.
• Maintain records in accordance with standards and policies.

Skills

Child development theory

Supervising children

Risk assessment

Behavior management

Documentation

Critical thinking

Decision-making

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Teamwork

Communication

Education

ECE II or III classification

Infant/Child First Aid & CPR

Job description

Position: Early Childhood Educator (ECE) II

Status: Full-Time, (1.0 FTE), Indefinite Term

Hours of Work*: Monday – Friday; 8 hour shift between 7:30am - 5:30pm

Department: Early Learning & Parenting

Job Posting No.: #2026-088

Reports to: Program Manager, ARDN

Closing Date: October 2nd, 2026 at 4:00pm

Union:CUPE - ARDN

*These hours are dependent on the operational requirements of the organization

*Mount Carmel Clinic Operates out of multiple locations; you may be required to work in other areas

Mount Carmel Clinic is committed to equity and inclusion and has undertaken to increase responsiveness to Indigenous people by promoting a workforce that is representative of the participants and communities we serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, those with lived experience, and members of equity-deserving groups. Applicants are encouraged to self-declare in their application.

Position Summary

The Early Childhood Educator (ECE), as part of a team of ECEs and Child Care Assistants, is responsible for delivering impact-specific, age-appropriate programming to all the children in the program, using a current understanding of child development principles. The ECE assesses each child’s needs and plans and provides programming that promotes positive social, physical, emotional and cognitive development. The ECE fosters a clean and safe environment that encourages healthy interaction and learning.

Qualifications

Education

• ECE II or ECE III Classification from the Manitoba Child Care Program
• Current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate

Skills, Expertise, and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with/caring for children in a childcare facility
• Demonstrated understanding of child development theory and principles and ability to put that understanding into practice
• Experience supervising and engaging children throughout the day, during transition, individual and group activities, and free and structured play
• Ability to use a range of child development approaches, skills, and techniques to optimize each child’s experience and opportunity to leave and develop
• Experience taking active steps to identify and manage risks to ensure the safety of all children
• Experience managing behavioral issues in accordance with established policies and practices
• Experience documenting relevant information regarding children and families and recording program information in accordance with applicable standards and policies

Critical Skills

• Proven knowledge and ability in critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills

Focus on Results

Demonstrated ability to prioritize and focus work-related activities to effectively and efficiently achieve goals and produce expected results/outcomes

Alignment with Organizational Values

Commitment to the principles that guide Mount Carmel Clinic, as reflected in the history, vision, mission, and values

Commitment to Reconciliation

Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture and traditions and the impact of colonization on the health and well-being of Indigenous individuals and families

Teamwork

Proven ability to work within a team environment with respect, professionalism, cooperation, sensitivity, and cultural awareness.

MCC Philosophies

Strong knowledge, commitment, and demonstrated ability to apply diversity, equity, cultural safety, pro-choice, social determinants of health, population health, harm reduction, trauma-informed, and community development principles in all aspects of the work.

Communication

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proficiency in the use of computers (e-mail, etc.)

Assets

• Training/experience working with children with special needs

All positions are subject to Criminal Record, Child and Adult Abuse Registry checks. However, a previous criminal record does not automatically disqualify candidates. We are open to discussing your respective circumstances. Applicants may be required to undergo testing to determine the knowledge, skill, and ability required for the position.