Early Childhood Educator II

Neeginan Education, Training and Employment Services, Inc. (NETES); Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Winnipeg seeks an Early Childhood Educator II responsible for supervising children and providing developmentally appropriate learning experiences. The ideal candidate will have a Manitoba Child Care Program ECE II Classification and 2 years of childcare experience. The role includes planning activities, ensuring child safety, and collaborating with staff. Strong applicants will demonstrate commitment to advancing knowledge in childcare and supporting Indigenous perspectives throughout services.

Qualifications

• Must have current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in childcare.
• Graduated from a recognized program in Early Childhood Education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children ensuring compliance with established ratios.
• Plan and lead daily activities supporting children's development.
• Observe and assess children's development and inform site supervisor.

Skills

Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate

Experience working with young children

Knowledge of childcare best practices

Education

Graduation from a recognized College or University program

Manitoba Child Care Program ECE II Classification

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting directly to the Director of Kookum's Place Daycare Centre, the Early Childhood Educator II will be responsible for the well‑being, supervision, and positive guidance of the children within the facility. In accordance with Manitoba Child Care Program Regulations and Standards, this role is responsible to provide all children with a variety of developmentally and age appropriate learning experiences in the following program areas: learning environment, physical, emotional, cognitive, social, communication, and creative. In addition, the Early Childhood Educator will be dedicated to the overall health, safety, and development of each child, while maintaining a positive, nurturing, and energetic attitude towards children, staff, and clientele.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise children based on age, development, and personality, ensuring compliance with established ratios through regular checks
• Interact positively, nurturing, and constructively with children
• Adhere to Kookum’s Place Daycare’s Behavior Management Policy
• Respect and acknowledge children’s right to express thoughts and emotions appropriately
• Provide for children’s basic needs, including food, shelter, clothing, rest, hygiene and first aid
• Implement an anti‑bias curriculum promoting diversity and acceptance
• Plan and lead daily activities that support physical, social, intellectual, emotional, and sensory development, balancing active/quiet, indoor/outdoor, and group/individual activities
• Observe and assess children’s development, informing the site supervisor of any needed support
• Collaborate constructively with staff in group settings
• Contribute to children’s individual guidance and behavior management plans
• Attend staff meetings for information sharing, planning and team‑building

REQUIREMENTS

• Current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR Certificate
• Manitoba Child Care Program ECE II Classification
• Graduation from a recognized College or University program
• Additional training may be required for staff working with children with special needs
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with or caring for young children in a childcare facility
• Follow all licensing requirements and standards of the Child Day Care Act including Licensing Manual Best Practices
• Continually advances knowledge of childcare through education, courses, and workshops
• Apply the policies and procedures of NETES

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit a resume and a cover letter in one of the following manners:

1. Email [e-mail]
2. Visit netes.ca/jobs to apply online
3. Drop off in person to Reception at 423‑181 Higgins Avenue

Neeginan Education, Training and Employment Services, Inc. (NETES) is committed to incorporating an Indigenous perspective across its services to support the Indigenous community. Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates (First Nation - Status, Non‑status, Métis, or Inuit), especially those registered as NETES clients. Please self‑declare Indigenous status in your cover letter.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.