2026-088 | Early Childhood Educator II

Job summary

The Early Childhood Educator is responsible for delivering age-appropriate programming that promotes the social, physical, emotional, and cognitive development of children. They must also maintain a safe, clean environment while documenting child progress and managing behavioral issues according to clinic policies.

Job details

Date: September 18, 2026 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 Salary: $20.20 - $22.29/hr *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. Please submit your application here: https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/MOU5100MOCL/JobBoard/d15af943-9d30-405e-96b3-b4f81389547f/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=5d213125-fcaf-4e04-8335-3e97c259e468 We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who are selected & apply via link for the interview.

What you’ll do

The Early Childhood Educator is responsible for delivering age-appropriate programming that promotes the social, physical, emotional, and cognitive development of children. They must also maintain a safe, clean environment while documenting child progress and managing behavioral issues according to clinic policies.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an ECE II or ECE III classification from the Manitoba Child Care Program and possess a current Infant/Child First Aid and CPR certificate. A minimum of two years of experience in a childcare facility and a strong understanding of child development principles are required.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Child development
• Early childhood education
• Risk management
• Behavioral management
• Critical thinking
• Decision-making
• Problem-solving
• Conflict resolution
• Teamwork
• Cultural awareness
• Trauma-informed care
• First aid
• CPR
• Documentation
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Prioritization
• Decision Making
• Program Management
• Professionalism
• Critical Thinking
• Cooperation
• Conflict Resolution
• Reconciliation
• Trauma Care
• Population Health
• Early Childhood Education
• Social Determinants Of Health
• Community Development
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Working With Children
• First Aid Certification
• Child Development
• Cognitive Development
• Cultural Safety

Job areas

• Education
• Social Services
• Healthcare
• Early Childhood Educator
• Preschool / Childcare Teacher
• Early Childhood Educators
• Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education