Assistant Centre Director (St. Andrews) - Little Infinity Childcare Centre

August 20, 2024

Posting #24-15-003 (Reposted)

The Infinity Women Secretariat (IWS) is a proud affiliate of the MMF whose main purpose is to promote, empower and enhance the social, culture and economic well-being of Métis Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQ+ Individuals.

The IWS seeks to fill one full-time Assistant Director position within our Little Infinity Childcare Centre located at 12 Hawthorne Place in St.

Andrews, MB . Manitoba Early Childhood Educators II, who are actively enrolled in a program to obtain a Level III classification, are encouraged to apply.

We are looking for an energetic, flexible, and reliable individual passionate about childcare and early learning for Red River Métis children.

Job Duties / Competencies :

• Assist in overseeing the delivery and implementation of Red River Métis specific programming and curriculum and incorporate the Circle of Security Philosophy.
• Experience with / or willing to learn Red River Métis Culture, Michif Language, and Land-based Learning.
• Assist with the registration of children and the collection of parent and subsidy fees.
• Welcome new staff and enhance the professional growth of colleagues through the sharing of ideas, information, and professional development opportunities, and aid in the delivery of performance evaluations.
• Lead team in carrying out programs that promote children's physical, cognitive, emotional, social & cultural development.
• Create, implement, and monitor activities and experiences in all curriculum areas.
• Monitor and maintain program's equipment and centre structure.
• Participate in annual budget preparation and maintenance of centre budget.

Skills and Qualifications :

• Child Development Degree or ECE III Diploma, Advanced ECE III Diploma.
• Minimum of three years' experience in an Assistant Centre Director role or relevant role with demonstrated ability to deliver programs and services.
• Knowledge and experience with Fastoche is an asset;
• Circle of Security Certificate an asset and willing to become a Facilitator, valid First Aid and CPR C is an asset.
• Clear Child Abuse Registry Check, and Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check included.
• Class 4 Drivers license is an asset, or willingness to obtain.
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, IWS & MMF programs and services is 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.

The MMF requires a satisfactory criminal record check prior to commencement of employment. The MMF will accept existing criminal record checks if dated within 3 months of your start date.

Obtaining this document is not a guarantee of employment.

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.