Supervisor - Child Care Centre

St.Amant

Winnipeg

On-site

CAD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Professional development training

Affordable staff parking

Health and dental plans

Life Insurance Plans

Long Term Disability

Employer Paid-Employee Assistance Plan

Employer-Matched Pension Plan

Job summary

St.Amant seeks an Early Childhood Educator II/III to work at River Road Children’s Centre. You will help plan and evaluate programs for infants to preschoolers, ensuring dignity and development while maintaining safety and communication with families.

The role requires a relevant diploma or degree, first aid and CPR, and ability to work as part of a collaborative team in a busy child care setting. English is essential; bilingual ability is an asset.

Qualifications

Community College diploma or degree meets Manitoba requirements for ECE II/III.
Valid First Aid and CPR certificates required.
Experience planning activities for infants to six years old.
Knowledge of Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act and related safety plans.
Holds Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry/Adult Abuse Registry checks.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills to manage a fast-paced environment.
Ability to generate ideas to improve procedures and practices.
Physically capable of lifting, moving and caring duties as needed.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements development programs for infants to preschoolers.
Plans emergent and thematic activities to maximize development and dignity.
Collaborates with staff and communicates with families about progress.
Maintains child safety, health and well-being following policy.
Provides guidance to Child Care Assistants and ensures program fidelity.
Adheres to Manitoba care standards and licensing requirements.

Education

Community College diploma (2-year) or Undergraduate Degree which meets the requirements for Classification as an Early Childhood Educator II/III with the Manitoba Child Day Care Office

Valid Emergency First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate

Ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as a collaborative team player

Ability to organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to generate ideas to improve work procedures

Proficiency in English; bilingual (French/English) considered an asset

Job description

About Us

St.Amant supports over 5,000 people in Manitoba with developmental disabilities, autism and acquired brain injury. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of supports for adults, children and their families. Our over 2,000 staff follow a person-centred approach and adapt to the needs of each person and each family.

About Us

St.Amant is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility where everyone is respected, valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves - free from fear of discrimination - while celebrating the diverse identities and experiences that enrich our community. We stand firmly against individual and systemic discrimination and racism as per the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Position Summary

Exemplifying the mission, vision and values of St.Amant, the Early Childhood Educator works collaboratively with partnered programs while offering employees respectful customer service. The Early Childhood Educator II/III (ECE II/III) is responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating developmental programs for infants to preschool age children at River Road Children's Centre (RRCC).

A primary responsibility of the ECE II/III is to plan and implement activities, Emergent Curriculum and Thematic Curriculum for the children by providing the supports and opportunities to maximize the child's development and learning while optimizing the child's dignity, self-determination and personal independence.

The ECE II/III is responsible for the overall care and well-being of the children according to the Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act and the Mission and Philosophy of St.Amant and RRCC. The position involves both direct interactions with the children and the provision of guidance and resources for Childcare Assistants as they support the children in following through with their programs. The ECE II/III is also responsible for communicating information to families and for assisting staff to carry out projects which have been approved by St.Amant.

Qualifications

Community College diploma (2-year) or Undergraduate Degree which meets the requirements for Classification as an Early Childhood Educator II/III with the Manitoba Child Day Care Office
Valid Emergency First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate as prescribed by the Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care
Experience in the implementation of activities, organizing space, equipment and materials for children between the ages of 12 weeks to six years of age
Knowledge of the Best Practices Licensing Manual for Early Learning and Child Care Centres, River Road Child Care Safety Plan, Parent Manual, Infection Control Guideline, Reporting of Child Protection and Child Abuse
Holds a valid Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Check
Ability to work with minimal supervision, as well as a collaborative team player in a team environment
Ability to organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to generate ideas to improve work procedures and contribute to an environment that fosters growth, development and innovation
Physical ability to use low chairs and to lift, transfer, feed and toilet children
Physically able to wash and disinfect toys and move small furniture and child care equipment

Duties And Responsibilities

Demonstrates sensitivity towards the children's cultural and socio-economic background and acts as a role model to children, parents and Child Care Assistants
Adheres to and promotes compliance with the policies of the Centre and the requirements of the Manitoba Child Day Care Standards Act
Designs and implements daily programs that will stimulate the development of the children's cognitive, physical, social and emotional growth
Provides information to parents through verbal and written means regarding Centre Programs and children's developmental progress
Uses Incident and Accident Reports to inform parents of children's concerns
Provides primary care for all children, which promotes positive health, safety and physical development
Develops effective individualized programming in consultation with appropriate outside agencies or professionals with the knowledge and support of management
Practices appropriate behaviour management and guidance techniques according to River Road Child Care Polices: Positive Reinforcement, Redirection, Positive Language and Circle of Security
Follows the program schedule, assigned shift duties and other duties outlined by management
Understands and abides by the Manitoba Child Care Regulations and licensing requirements

The above information is intended to describe the general nature of this position and is not considered to be a complete statement of duties and responsibilities. Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned provided they are consistent with the qualifications identified and fall within the parameters of this role.

St.Amant is a bilingual organization. Proficiency in both official languages (French/English) would be considered an asset.

As a Condition of Employment, successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, Adult Abuse Registry Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Prior Contact Check.

As a Condition of Employment, new hires must complete a series of Occupational Health checks. This includes the requirement to confirm immunization or immunity of specific communicable diseases.

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes: