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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The supervisor is responsible for the care and education of children while implementing Metis-specific programming and curriculum. They must also maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment and handle daily operational tasks including staff coordination.
Job details
Infinity Women Secretariat (IWS) is a non-profit organization that connects Red River Métis women, girls, 2SLGBTQ+ members throughout the Province of Manitoba and beyond, with a mandate to promote, empower, and enhance their well-being. Incorporated on April 23, 2013, IWS has become well known in our Red River Métis communities and remains a proud affiliate of the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis The IWS seeks to fill one full-time Supervisor/Early Childhood Educator positions within our Transitional Housing Child Care Centre located in St. Andrews, MB. 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. The Child Care Centre is currently under development. The successful candidate will be required to work at 150 Henry Avenue in Winnipeg, MB, for a temporary term, with the site anticipated to become operational in spring 2026. Job Duties/Competencies: * Maintain a learning environment that is positive, relaxed, pleasant, nurturing, and supports 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/III Diploma or other recognized training by MB ELCC; * Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a Licensed Child Care Environment with demonstrated ability to deliver programs and services; * Experience working with children with additional support needs; * Knowledge and ability to implement effective positive guidance techniques, using the Circle of Security Approach; * Valid 1st Aid/CPR Certification; * Circle of Security Certificate an asset; * Clear Child Abuse Registry Check and Criminal Record Check; * Knowledge of Métis culture, heritage, and language an asset; and, * Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including; health, dental, vision, pension, and vacation. Please submit your resume and cover letter, referencing the job posting number. This position is open until filled. 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.
What you’ll do
The supervisor is responsible for the care and education of children while implementing Metis-specific programming and curriculum. They must also maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment and handle daily operational tasks including staff coordination.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an ECE II/III Diploma or equivalent and possess at least two years of supervisory experience in a licensed child care setting. A valid First Aid/CPR certification and a clear criminal record/child abuse registry check are also required.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Pension
- Vacation
Listed skills
- First Aid · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Early childhood education
- Supervisory experience
- Positive guidance techniques
- Circle of security approach
- First aid
- CPR
- Program delivery
- Curriculum development
- Child care
- Metis culture knowledge
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Safety management
- Communication
Job areas
- Education
- Social Services
- Management & Leadership