ECE Director: Compassionate Leader & Play-Based Coach

Manitoba Child Care Association; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Manitoba Child Care Association in Manitoba seeks an experienced ECE Director to lead with warmth, integrity, and a strong pedagogical vision. The role blends expert ECE practice with compassionate people leadership, regulatory knowledge, and sound financial management.

You will mentor educators, foster inclusive, play-based learning, and build trusting relationships with families while guiding staff through challenging conversations and maintaining a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and mentoring required.
• Ability to handle conflicts and performance issues.
• Commitment to play-based, child-centered learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead educators with warmth while making difficult decisions.
• Observe, evaluate, and improve programming.
• Model high-quality practice and collaborate with families.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Conflict handling

Observer/evaluator

Play-based learning

Culturally responsive practice

Family engagement

Staff accountability

Financial management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Manitoba-certified ECE III

Job description

Manitoba Child Care Association in Manitoba seeks an experienced ECE Director to lead with warmth, integrity, and a strong pedagogical vision. The role blends expert ECE practice with compassionate people leadership, regulatory knowledge, and sound financial management.

You will mentor educators, foster inclusive, play-based learning, and build trusting relationships with families while guiding staff through challenging conversations and maintaining a positive workplace culture.